Biochemistry Laboratory Team Lead

Company Description

At Eurofins PSS, we work with leading international companies across the pharma, medical device, food, cosmetic & consumer products industries - who all trust us with their mission-critical testing. For 20 years, our international network of teams have served clients at their sites, across 20 countries.

PSS® is part of Eurofins Scientific, an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services across multiple industries, through a network of over 950 laboratories in 60 countries, and c.a. 63,000 employees.

Life at Eurofins is a meritocracy, where people are empowered to make decisions and are rewarded for their success, allowing them to advance quickly. Become your most extraordinary self with support and development throughout your career.

Job Description

Laboratory Responsibilities

• Performs benchtop testing of large molecules using ELISA, MCE, and ICIEF assays
• Maintains laboratory supplies, media, and reagents inventory.
• Adheres to good documentation practices (GDP) for all paper and electronic documentation.
• Collects and processes all raw data about executed assays.
• Uses Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for sample management and documentation of test results.
• Performs peer review of procedural execution and processed data
• Works with data reviewers and authorizers to complete any needed corrections or retesting.
• Use of GDP to record activities in logbooks, laboratory notebooks, and electronic systems
• Laboratory safety and compliance walkthroughs with documentation of any observations
• Completion of all safety and procedural trainings and re-training.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Personnel management and development.
• Manages and coordinates the team's workload.
• Management of the cross-training and capacity of the team
• Monitors and reports all productivity and quality metrics.
• Proactive and effective communication with client and customer teams
• Completes routine laboratory safety walkthroughs and employee compliance checks.
• Participate in the hiring process and onboarding/training of new hires.
• Delivers training for new hires and other employees in the department.
• Participates in overtime and weekend scheduling as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Engineering, or other science related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience
• 3 years of cGMP experience
• 3 years of leadership experience
• Experience with immunoassays and electrophoresis.
• Experience with processing quantitative data
• Experience using an electronic sample and data management system (LIMS)
• 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, First Shift, Monday through Friday from 8am-4:30pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Rensselear, New York, are encouraged to apply

Excellent full-time benefits include: 

• Medical Coverage: Comprehensive medical insurance options
• Dental & Vision: Full dental and vision coverage available
• Life & Disability Insurance: Employer-sponsored plans
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off: Vacation days, paid holidays, and additional PTO options
• Compensation: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour 

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