Site Director - BioPharma Laboratory

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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 50,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.

Responsible for all activities in the laboratory, working closely with the Microbiology, Chemistry and Metrology Managers, Quality Manager, Laboratory Managers, Business Development Executives, Project Managers and customers. In the absence of a Laboratory Manager, the Site Director will assume those duties as well. Is a member of the Quality Committee.

Essential Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Provides operational leadership and support through effective planning,
  execution, management of personnel and available resources.
• Motivates staff to perform at high levels, and ensures laboratory profitability
  through engaged employees, satisfied clients, and efficient processes that
  are quality driven.
• Develops and maintains production schedules, ensuring on-time completion
  and delivery of Final Reports and Data Packages.
• Provides and assists customers with understanding regulatory guidelines, test
  results, technical support, and the appropriateness of specific tests, including
  advantages and limitations of test procedures.
• Accomplished productivity through effective communication of company
  goals/objectives and supports staff in achieving such expectations by
  appraising performance and giving continuous feedback.
• Plans and oversees development of new laboratory technologies and test
  methods. In particular, continues to build on the phage work developed in the lab, lead the growth of the environmental monitoring function into the NE, be a lead in the growth of the Calibration, Certification and Metrology business across the Eurofins Infinity network and Eurofins US, and continue to grow the raw materials testing function as a part of the Eurofins BPT group.
• Ensures continuous development and training of staff.
• Ensures that the facility, instrumentation, and equipment are well maintained
  and in good working order.
• Working with IT and senior leadership, ensures the implementation of the Eurofins eLIMS, electronic Quality Management System and electronic lab notebook while maintaining compliance with ISO/IEC 17025.
• Handles BD, client and employee requests and concerns appropriate and in a
  timely manner. Works extensively with BD and Project management to provide quotes to clients in a timely manner.
• Supports and participates in customer and regulatory audits.
• Evaluates resumes, interviews potential employees, and hires new personnel;
  evaluates and supervises the performance of the Laboratory Managers and Project Manager
• Makes daily rounds in laboratory to judge effectiveness of operation,
  utilization of personnel and supplies, and ensures an ethical, safe, and
  professional atmosphere.
• Participates in writing and approving regulatory documents relating to the
  Quality Management System and regulatory agencies such as ISO, AAMI,
  USP, and FDA.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in management, Microbiology, Chemistry, applied sciences or, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a testing laboratory, of which at least 5 years in a management capacity.
• Hands-on experience working with laboratory instrumentation (e.g. HPLC, PCR, etc.).
• Thorough knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 17025 and cGMP.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Internal contact includes daily contact with all personnel and regular contact with management.
• External contact may require frequent contact with Clients and BD.
• External contact with vendors may be required.

Competencies:

• Detailed understanding of microbiological and chemical sciences related to pharmaceutical and medical device testing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Responsive problem solver and action-oriented

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., with overtime as needed.

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
• Compensation will range around $80,000-$95,000 per year based on education and experience

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.