Microbial Monitoring Group Leader

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 believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. 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, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing

If you’re looking for a rewarding career, apply with us today!  

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced professional to lead microbial monitoring activities within a regulated cleanroom environment. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing routine sampling, ensuring data integrity, and maintaining compliance with GMP and safety standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong aseptic technique, a deep understanding of environmental monitoring practices, and prior experience guiding teams in a pharmaceutical or biotech setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate environmental monitoring of production cleanrooms, including aseptic processing and media fills, utilizing:
  • Non-viable particle counters
  • Contact plates
  • Microbial air samplers
• Supervise utility sampling (e.g., WFI, purified water, compressed gases) using validated equipment
• Review and verify microbial plate readings and enumerations
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry into tracking systems
• Maintain compliance with ICH, GMP, and internal safety protocols
• Investigate and escalate unexpected results, deviations, or equipment malfunctions
• Foster a clean, organized, and safety-conscious laboratory environment
• Mentor and support junior staff, promoting best practices and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related scientific field
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a regulated environment
• Demonstrated proficiency in aseptic technique
• Prior leadership experience is preferred

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 Leader 

Additional Details: 

The position is full-time, first shift, Monday-Friday from 8 am-4:30pm. Candidates must be flexible to adapt to schedule changes requiring shift changes and/or weekend work, and overtime may be required as needed. Candidates living within a commutable distance of West Chestr, PAare 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 holiday
• Yearly goal-based bonus & eligibility for merit-based increases

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services® (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ sites, dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment, and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR, and a great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train, and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our client’s quality systems and equipment.

To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

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