Scientific Manager - Chemistry

Eurofins • Portage, MI

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About The Position

The Scientific Manager - Chemistry oversees GMP routine testing in the pharmaceutical product testing department and is responsible for departmental quality and business metrics. The manager leads analysts, data reviewers, and group leaders; evaluates staffing needs and makes recommendations; and ensures employees are trained.

The role investigates and develops laboratory processes to streamline department operations and serves as the primary communication link between clients and laboratory operations. The manager helps define, communicate, and execute the department’s vision and strategy for business growth, while fostering morale and teamwork within and across departments.

This is a full-time, first-shift position working Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Candidates living within commuting distance of Portage, Michigan, are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or a related degree concentration.
• At least 5–10 years of laboratory experience, including a minimum of 5 years of leadership experience.
• At least 5 years of experience with Eurofins.
• Must hold a GL3-level position or above within Eurofins.
• Experience managing customer programs, such as stability or release programs for clinical, Phase 3, and/or commercial programs.
• Ability to multitask and keep up in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, including active listening, analysis, research, creativity, communication, dependability, decision-making, and team building.

Responsibilities

• Oversee GMP routine testing for the pharmaceutical product testing department.
• Manage departmental quality and business metrics.
• Lead analysts, data reviewers, and group leaders.
• Evaluate staffing needs and make recommendations.
• Ensure all employees are trained.
• Investigate and develop laboratory processes to streamline department operations.
• Serve as the primary communication link between clients and laboratory operations.
• Help define, communicate, and execute the department’s vision and strategy to grow the business.
• Foster morale and teamwork within and across departments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Dental coverage options
• Vision coverage options
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager