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QC Microbiology (EM) Lead Scientist II

Eurofins Scientific

Eurofins Scientific

Rensselaer, NY, USA
USD 30-34 / hour
Posted on Nov 11, 2025

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

Join us in shaping a safer, healthier, and more sustainable world. Explore opportunities with Eurofins and be part of a global team driving scientific excellence. Apply today and make a meaningful impact!

Job Description

Quality & Compliance

  • Apply GMP/GLP standards consistently across all responsibilities.
  • Uphold the highest quality standards in all work performed.
  • Ensure the quality policy is understood, implemented, and maintained at all organizational levels.
  • Identify, prevent, and correct deviations from the quality system.
  • Perform all functions in compliance with state and federal employment regulations.
  • Conduct all activities in a safe, efficient, and compliant manner.

Operational Excellence

  • Proactively plan and multitask to maximize productivity.
  • Meet all quality and productivity metrics.
  • Perform both routine and non-routine work as defined by applicable technical job descriptions.
  • Develop and implement operational improvements to enhance efficiency.
  • Support and promote company policies and procedures.

Leadership & Team Development

  • Supervise team members to ensure client service requirements are met.
  • Coordinate workflow and monitor daily operations to meet turnaround times.
  • Conduct semiannual performance reviews and participate in succession planning.
  • Interview applicants and maintain accurate training records.
  • Coach, train, and develop team members to support personal growth and operational success.
  • Address performance issues and foster team motivation and morale.
  • Monitor and approve employee time entries.

Client & Communication

  • Demonstrate strong client service skills and effective communication with client staff.
  • Promote teamwork and collaboration across all levels.
  • Represent and promote the company vision in all interactions.

Professional Development

  • Attend leadership training based on identified development needs.
  • Expand self-awareness and continuously develop leadership capabilities.

General Responsibilities

  • Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to ensure smooth departmental operations.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology or related scientific field with 4-5 years of industry experience or a Master's Degree with 1-2 years of industry experience
  • Demonstrated leadership experience
  • Strong time management, communication, and organization
  • Customer service experience is a plus
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

What to Expect in the Hiring Process:

  • 10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Region Recruiter
  • 45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with Manager and/or Group Leaders
  • 30 Minute Virtual Meeting with Site Director

Additional Details:

This is a full-time, onsite position based on a first-shift schedule (Monday through Friday), with overtime required as needed. Candidates located within a commutable distance to Rensselaer, New York, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Excellent full-time benefits include:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Hourly rate is between $30-$34, depending on education and experience

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