Group Leader II Microbiology

Eurofins•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

The Group Leader II Microbiology manages routine and non-routine pharmaceutical microbiology testing and coordinates sample collection, data entry, and team operations for environmental and utility monitoring programs in cleanrooms, laboratories, and/or industrial settings. The role applies GMP/GLP principles and maintains quality standards, ensures the quality policy program is understood and followed, and identifies and corrects departures from the quality system. The position supervises employees and coordinates workflows to meet client requirements and turnaround times. It includes conducting performance reviews, interviewing applicants, maintaining training records, developing succession plans, and coaching and training team members. The Group Leader develops operational improvements, troubleshoots technical and method issues, communicates with client staff, and supports the preparation of investigation documentation. The role also monitors and approves employee time entries, addresses performance issues, and performs duties in compliance with employment regulations and safety requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or a related degree concentration.
At least 3 years of laboratory experience.
Experience conducting laboratory investigations and supporting audit responses.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Manage routine and non-routine pharmaceutical microbiology testing.
Coordinate sample collection, data entry, and team operations for environmental and utility monitoring programs in cleanrooms, laboratories, and/or industrial settings.
Apply GMP/GLP principles and maintain quality standards in all areas of responsibility.
Ensure the quality policy program is understood, implemented, and maintained; identify and correct departures from the quality system.
Supervise employees, coordinate workflow, and monitor daily operations to meet client requirements and turnaround times.
Conduct semi-annual performance reviews, interview applicants, maintain training records, and develop succession plans for assigned employees.
Coach, train, and develop team members to maximize performance and support operational improvements.
Develop and implement operational improvements; evaluate systems and processes to enhance productivity and quality.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical and method issues using strong technical knowledge of instrumental and analytical theory.
Communicate with client staff and support the writing of investigations to strengthen technical documentation.
Monitor and approve employee time entries, address performance issues, and foster team motivation and morale.
Expand leadership skills through applicable training and comply with state and federal employment regulations and safety requirements.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support smooth department operations.