Laboratory Manager

Company Description

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 is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. 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.

In 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Job Description

• Lead direct reports, group leaders and their teams, and serve clients.  Work collaboratively with Operation Manager to monitor progress and ensure that all productivity and quality metrics are met.
• Serve as site Quality Manager by overseeing the Quality Assurance Team.  Ensure that all ISO17025 requirements are fulfilled, and accreditation remains current and in good standings.  Establish and maintain Quality Metrics – such as timely completions of investigations, CAPAs, events, audits, and audit responses. 
• Collaborate with teammates on cross-functional teams and provide input for process improvement initiatives that create better experiences for our employees and clients; Proactively plan and multitask to maximize productivity; Ensure coverage and maximizes performance through management operating system to gain efficiencies
• Collaborate with Operation Manager for technical support; Organize technical resources and staff to accomplish client goals within given deadlines; Proactively make decisions and stand behind results. 
• Hold monthly meetings with each direct report, the Eurofins department, and client managers
• Disseminate administrative communications
• Apply the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility; Demonstrate and promote the company vision; Demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration
• Meet financial responsibilities as defined by the Director of the department
• Ensure adherence to highest quality and efficiency standards in laboratory operations
• Assist Director with business operations as needed
• Stay current science and technology and consults knowledgeably with clients
• Ensure coverage and performance
• Foster morale and teamwork

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or other science related degree concentration.  Advanced degree preferred.   Business Management education or experience preferred.
• 5 years of laboratory leadership skills
• Strong Analytical laboratory experience. 
• A good understanding of day to day lab and business operations
• Demonstrate strong client service skills, teamwork, and collaboration
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Richmond, VA are encouraged to apply.

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

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