Supervisor, Microbiology

SGS Group • Lincolnshire, IL

73d

About The Position

The Supervisor, Microbiology will assist in directing the efforts of the staff and overseeing departmental activities. The Supervisor, Microbiology plays an important leadership role in the department by structuring and coordinating staff testing activities, playing a role in the hiring and training of new staff members, participating in the review and approval process of SOPs and protocols, and managing special projects requested by clients or initiated to improve the overall efficiency of the laboratories. Overall, the Supervisor's role presents the employee with an opportunity for professional growth and development both in terms of technical expertise and managerial skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology, Biological science, or a similar discipline
• 5+ years of experience in the field of biosciences
• 1+ years of supervisory experience in a Team Lead capacity
• Advanced knowledge of and familiarity with current microbiological and sterility assurance test methods pertaining to medical devices and pharmaceuticals, and regulatory requirements
• Thorough knowledge of the industry and regulatory standards

Responsibilities

• Organize the efforts of department staff in all areas related to testing (equipment maintenance and calibration, test preparation, test conduct, data review, and reporting)
• Conduct department meetings and initiate group training or sub-department meetings
• Monitor the status of the laboratory with a focus on quality and turnaround time
• Structure the training of incoming microbiologists and laboratory technicians
• Assure prompt and complete investigation for all out-of-specification results or unusual occurrences
• Coordinate activities of the Team Leaders to provide good use of resources and communication throughout the department
• Provide staff members with a periodic review of their work, outlining strengths, and weaknesses, and setting goals
• Participate in management review meetings
• Be capable of assuming study director responsibilities for all routine testing as well as certain advanced or specialized studies as requested by clients
• Duties may include test scheduling, test preparation, proper application of test method(s), data collection, data review, and approval of the final report of analysis
• Maintain thorough knowledge and understanding of all SOPs pertaining to microbiology/sterility assurance
• Maintain thorough knowledge and understanding of GMP/GLP/ISO requirements as these pertain to work performed in the land and ensure implementation within the department
• Maintain thorough knowledge and understanding of regulatory requirements pertaining to microbiology and sterility assurance testing
• Play a lead role in the review and approval of appropriate department SOPs, protocols, and data forms
• Ensure equipment maintenance and calibration performed within the department meets the calibration/maintenance schedule
• Ensure that all client requests pertaining to the conduct of a given test are met in a timely and ultimately effective manner
• Ensure that routine testing submitted by clients is completed within established parameters governing turnaround time, quality specifications, etc

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee wellness programs
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment)
• Employee referral program
• Annual bonus target
• Online training courses
• Virtual and classroom development experiences
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays, floating holidays, volunteer time)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees