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San Diego, CA, USA

Full-time

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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

We are looking for a Group Leader with overall responsibility providing technical leadership and project organization for a team of scientists supporting method establishment and analytical testing activities focused on RNA-therapeutic (LNP/AAV) methodologies. Training will be provided and those with existing RNA (mRNA, gRNA, ASO, siRNA) experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities including but not limited to:

+ Supports, manages and develops a team of scientists to ensure optimal group performance

+ Supervises daily laboratory activities and laboratory scheduling to appropriately prioritize the laboratory workload to meet client requirements as related to method establishment, quality, on-time performance and TAT (Turnaround Time).

+ Conducts interviews, on-boards and trains new employees according to standard procedures

+ Develops and maintains client relationships to ensure superlative service and quality deliverables

+ Writes/generates protocols and test methods, in collaboration with management, to support method establishment and routine testing activities.

+ Supports method establishment and routine testing across a number of analytical techniques including: LC-UV/CAD/FLD/MS (IPRP, SEC, AEX), CE/CGE, UV, Plate-based assays, DLS/ELS, ELISA, qPCR, ddPCR, compendial methods (Appearance, pH, Osmolality, CCIT, residual solvents, VIC).

+ Coordinates and communicates delays and technical issues with management in a timely manner.

+ Devises processes and methods for the solution of technical problems. Assists analysts with method establishment challenges.

+ Reviews lab investigations and deviations with analysts, and provides analytical troubleshooting support for the team.

+ Conducts root cause analysis and implements solutions in collaboration with Quality Assurance.

**The ideal candidate would possess the following skills** :

+ 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 paced, community environment.

+ Excellent people manager, open to direction and a collaborative work style, with a 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 responsibilities effectively.

+ High comfort level working in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry or related Scientific discipline with 1 - 3 years laboratory experience

+ Excellent organizational skills

+ Excellent written and verbal communication

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

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday to Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of San Diego, CA are encouraged to apply.

The pay range of this role is **$70,000 - $90,000** depending on related experience.

+ Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options

+ Life and disability insurance

+ 401(k) with company match

+ Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.