Biochemistry Laboratory Team Lead

At Eurofins PSS, we work with leading international companies across the pharma, medical device, food, cosmetic & consumer products industries - who all trust us with their mission-critical testing. For 20 years, our international network of teams have served clients at their sites, across 20 countries.

PSS® is part of Eurofins Scientific, an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services across multiple industries, through a network of over 950 laboratories in 60 countries, and c.a. 63,000 employees.

Job Description

Laboratory Responsibilities

• Performs benchtop testing of large molecules using ELISA, MCE, and ICIEF assays
• Maintains laboratory supplies, media, and reagents inventory.
• Adheres to good documentation practices (GDP) for all paper and electronic documentation.
• Collects and processes all raw data about executed assays.
• Uses Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for sample management and documentation of test results.
• Performs peer review of procedural execution and processed data
• Works with data reviewers and authorizers to complete any needed corrections or retesting.
• Use of GDP to record activities in logbooks, laboratory notebooks, and electronic systems
• Laboratory safety and compliance walkthroughs with documentation of any observations
• Completion of all safety and procedural trainings and re-training.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Personnel management and development.
• Manages and coordinates the team's workload.
• Management of the cross-training and capacity of the team
• Monitors and reports all productivity and quality metrics.
• Proactive and effective communication with client and customer teams
• Completes routine laboratory safety walkthroughs and employee compliance checks.
• Participate in the hiring process and onboarding/training of new hires.
• Delivers training for new hires and other employees in the department.
• Participates in overtime and weekend scheduling as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Engineering, or other science related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience
• 3 years of cGMP experience
• 3 years of leadership experience
• Experience with immunoassays and electrophoresis.
• Experience with processing quantitative data
• Experience using an electronic sample and data management system (LIMS)
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Information

Position is  Full Time, Monday-Friday, First Shift, Monday through Friday from 8am-4:30pm.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of  Rensselear, New York,  are encouraged to apply

Excellent full-time benefits include: 

• Medical Coverage:  Comprehensive medical insurance options
• Dental & Vision:  Full dental and vision coverage available
• Life & Disability Insurance:  Employer-sponsored plans
• Retirement:  401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off:  Vacation days, paid holidays, and additional PTO options
• Compensation: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour 

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