Staff Scientist /QC Group Leader, Synthesis
Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Columbia, Inc.

Staff Scientist/ QC Group Leader, Synthesis

Eurofins BPT - Columbia is looking for a Staff Scientist/ QC Group Leader to join our Synthesis team.

The Group Leader has an overall responsibility for coordinating assigned group to deliver client services in an ethical manner, according to recognized standards. Exercises independent judgment with accountability for operation issues of assigned area. Responsible for resource utilization including facilities, equipment, and staff. Facilitates change and promotes teamwork. Responsible for delegating and coordinating services. Teaches, coaches, serves as role model and provides for adherence to established standards, protocols, standard operating procedures, GLP/CGMP and all regulatory requirements.

Employee Responsibilities:

• Provides staff management functions in the areas of hiring, titling, discipline, and retention. Monitors and takes appropriate action on employee performance (rewards or corrective action). Works with employees to ensure greatest success and performance.

• Manages and obtains resources (facilities, equipment, staff) necessary to complete projects and studies according to Eurofins and client needs. Works with other leaders and directors to ensure timely execution and completion of projects and studies.

• Manages and guides multiple projects and studies through work flow, taking into consideration varying deadlines. Ensures and takes ownership of all quality issues and goals.

• Provides or arranges for appropriate training for staff including, but not limited to, orientation of new or transferring staff, staff being reassigned to new areas of responsibility, etc. Ensures training is sufficient to provide for high quality, efficient, and timely completion of projects and studies.

• Develops, implements, evaluates, and modifies services to meet client and staff development needs. Seeks out solutions and resources to meet identified needs. Exercises independent judgment to implement plans for operations, in area of responsibility. Develops or optimizes processes and procedures to lead to more efficient work flow and higher quality data in the laboratory.

• Directs and administers assigned functions to ensure high quality, cost effective services, which meet or surpass all regulatory standards. Maintains and guides the implementation of organizational policies and procedures in compliance with state, federal, and other regulatory guidelines.

• Responsible for the investigation of employee and client concerns. Identifies root cause and develops corrective action plan. Prepares necessary and/or required reports according to standard operating procedures and guidelines.

• Serves as leader and mentor to assigned staff. Communicates readily and clearly, maintains an open-door policy and works to enhance employee morale.

• Performs the essential job functions of primary position (e.g. Chemist or Staff Scientist).

• Communicates clearly and effectively with clients and other Eurofins staff and leadership.

• Evaluates actual project time and material estimates to ensure projects are completed according to client and Eurofins guidelines, including financial, and, when necessary, takes appropriate corrective action.

• Provides assistance to business development marketing, and sales teams relating to area of responsibility.

• Works collaboratively with program management, business development, director and senior management to respond to requests for proposals.

• Represents group and Eurofins at selected conferences, meetings and workshops.

• May lead complex analyses in the laboratory.

• Ensures laboratory area meets regulatory, resource, and safety requirements.

• Performs other related duties as required and directed.

The Ideal Candidate would possess:

• Demonstrated leadership and vision in managing staff groups and major projects or initiatives.

• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace.

• Excels at operating in a fast pace, community environment.

• Excellent people manager, open to direction and a collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done.

• Ability to challenge and debate issues of importance to the organization.

• Ability to look at situations from several points of view.

• Persuasive with details and facts.

• Delegates responsibility effectively.

• High comfort level working in a diverse environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or other directly related field or degree with comparable coursework in the above areas and a minimum of five years of experience in a directly relevant setting.

• A Master's degree in a relevant field and three years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree and experience.

• A PhD in a relevant field may be substituted for bachelor's degree and experience.

• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

What we offer:

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Columbia, MO are encouraged to apply.

As a part of Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing - the largest network of harmonized bio/pharmaceutical GMP product testing laboratories worldwide - Eurofins BPT provides comprehensive laboratory services for the world's largest pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and medical device companies. Our service offering includes comprehensive chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular and cell biology and biosafety testing of drug substances, final products, intermediates, and starting materials for both small and large molecule drug products.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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