QC Microbiologist - Group Lead

Lifecore Biomedical Inc•Chaska, MN

7d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position offers incredible benefits, 4-day work week, and a company culture focused on development and growth which include promotion opportunities. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced QC Microbiologist – Group Lead to support QC laboratory operations and provide technical leadership within our microbiology team. This role is responsible for coordinating testing activities, reviewing data and documentation, supporting laboratory investigations, and ensuring testing schedules are met to support internal customer needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in microbiology or related life science.
5+ years’ experience in lab applications.
GMP laboratory experience with at least 1 year of experience in a leadership role.
Hands-on experience with one or more of the following: sterility, bioburden, endotoxin, or environmental monitoring.
Proven ability to effectively evaluate, organize, prioritize and direct workflow.

Nice To Haves

Cleanroom experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a microbiology technical resource for laboratory personnel.
Lead and mentor a designated group of QC staff by establishing expectations, providing guidance, strengthening technical proficiency, and fostering professional growth.
Coordinate and support QC laboratory activities, including raw material, in-process, stability, and product release testing and environmental monitoring activities.
Identify, support and conduct lab investigations as well as implementation of corrective actions.
Identify and report OOT and OOS results as testing is in progress.
Troubleshoot laboratory equipment, methods, and testing issues to ensure timely resolution.
Assist in scheduling, performing, and completion/review of testing activities, as required.
Perform testing as needed and support completion of laboratory workload to maintain operational efficiency.

Benefits

Opportunities to learn and grow with a well-respected company
Competitive compensation with annual reviews and a company-wide incentive bonus
3 medical insurance plans to fit your needs and budget including an HSA Plan with a generous company contribution.
Low-cost dental and vision insurance
Short term disability, long term disability and life insurance all 100% company paid
3 weeks PTO in the first year (increases to 4 weeks after just 2 years!)
9 paid company holidays plus 2 personal holidays
Paid family leave
Tuition reimbursement
401k plan with company matching contribution