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Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In this position, you will perform hands-on laboratory experiments, balancing technical bench work with team leadership and operational management responsibilities. 

• Leads teams (Group Leaders and Direct Reports) serving clients in a laboratory setting and requires a strong laboratory presence. Provides role model leadership that fosters high morale and collaboration.
• Delivers technical contributions through hands on research to advance projects and initiatives.  Serves as a technical expert in the lab generating data.
• Ensures proper training of all employees to ensure safety, quality, productivity, teamwork, and client service. Organizes inter-team cross-training to ensure service continuity. 
• Uses Operational Excellence and Lab Management tools (ie training and capabilities matrices, standard Day and capacity/resource planning tools, etc.) to ensure efficient laboratory operations.  Uses tools to organizes technical resources and staff to accomplish client goals within given deadlines.  Monitors and adjusts resource allocation across teams.
• Ensure adherence to highest quality and efficiency standards in laboratory operations.  Applies GMP/GLP in areas of responsibility; as appropriate.
• Tracks key KPIs including quality, safety, training and service metrics to ensure teams are meeting productivity and quality standards.
• Fosters positive client relations by interfacing effectively with clients and staff to create a superlative service culture.
• Continuously seeks to improve processes and efficiencies.  Manages process improvement and cost savings initiatives.
• Oversees performance management and development of staff.  Manages employee development and cross-training plans for staff.
• Manages communications between clients, group leaders, and other cross-functional groups.  Facilitates meetings and disseminates administrative communications.
• Leads and manages recruiting for areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision.  Ensures compliance with company policies and contributes to the overall success of the organization.
• Communicates regularly with Regional Manager/Director for update on operations.
• Manages to ensure compliance with all laws and prevention of co-employment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry or other related degree concentration.
• M.S. 3+ years of relevant GMP/GLP laboratory experience or PhD, 2+ years of relevant experience within the pharmaceutical industry.
• 3+ years formulation of solid dosage forms experience or 3+ years pharmaceutical drug product development experience preferred.
• 2+ years of successful independent leadership experience, including team succession planning, developing and managing schedules, establishing, monitoring and reporting KPIs and metrics.
• Strong scientific, computer, organizational skills, and reasoning skills, including logical thinking and deductive reasoning.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivated, and adaptable.  High energy and positive approach to situations and interactions. 
• Able to prioritize and able to quickly adapt to shifting priorities.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

The position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, with overtime as needed.

• Target Compensation: $80-90k
• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.