Laboratory Manager - Microbiology (Pharmaceutical & Medical Device Testing)

Company DescriptionEurofins 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.2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.Job DescriptionPosition OverviewEurofins Advantar Laboratories is seeking a Laboratory Manager – Microbiology to lead microbiology operations at our San Diego site supporting pharmaceutical and medical device clients.This is a people leadership role responsible for overseeing laboratory operations through lab supervisors and team leads, ensuring high-quality, compliant, and timely delivery of testing services in a regulated environment.The Laboratory Manager serves as the execution and technical leader of the department, accountable for laboratory performance across Environmental Monitoring (EM) and Microbiology testing functions. This role operates at a management level, leading leaders, and driving outcomes through effective team structure, technical oversight, and operational discipline.Key ResponsibilitiesLaboratory Leadership & Organizational ManagementLead and manage laboratory operations through:Set direction, priorities, and expectations for the laboratory organizationEnsure strong leadership alignment and accountability at the supervisor/lead levelBuild and maintain a high-performing, scalable team and develop talent.Laboratory Operations (Execution Ownership)· Oversee execution of microbiology and environmental monitoring testing, including:Sterility, bioburden, endotoxin, and related compendial methodsEnvironmental monitoring programs (on-site and off-site)· Ensure laboratory performance consistently meets:Turnaround time (TAT) commitmentsQuality and regulatory standardsClient delivery expectations across timelines, scope, and output quality· Own reliable and predictable delivery of laboratory services, ensuring work is executed in a manner that supports strong client outcomes· Partner with Project Management to align laboratory capacity and execution with client needs and commitments· Manage laboratory workflow, prioritization, and resource allocation to ensure on-time, high-quality deliveryEnsure laboratory operations are executed in a cost-conscious and efficient manner, optimizing labor and materialsTeam Leadership & DevelopmentLead, coach, and develop supervisors and their teamsOversee:Hiring and onboardingPerformance management and development planningOrganizational structure and staffing alignmentEstablish a culture of:accountabilitycontinuous improvementtechnical excellenceTechnical Leadership (Pharma / Medical Device Focus)Serve as technical subject matter expert for microbiology operationsEnsure adherence to:cGMP and regulated laboratory standardsUSP microbiology methodsSupport:technical escalationsinvestigations and troubleshootingRepresent the laboratory in audits and client technical discussionsQuality & ComplianceMaintain compliance with:cGMP, GDP, ISO, and USP standardsLead or support:Deviations / OOS investigationsCAPAs and change controlsEnsure audit readiness for:FDA, ISO, and client auditsClient Technical InterfaceAct as technical representative for clients as neededPartner with Project Management to support:technical discussionsissue resolutioncapability alignmentLaboratory Infrastructure & EquipmentEnsure:Qualification, maintenance, and calibration of equipmentOversee:Equipment lifecycle and implementation of new technologiesQualificationsMinimum RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or related life science5+ years of experience in a pharmaceutical or medical device laboratory environment2+ years of leadership experience, including experience supervising laboratory staff or team leads in a regulated environmentStrong knowledge of:cGMP and regulated lab environmentsUSP microbiology methodsPreferred QualificationsExperience leading multi-team lab operations (EM + Microbiology)Experience managing supervisors or functional leadsExperience supporting regulatory or client auditsAdvanced degree (MS or higher) in Microbiology or related life science preferredSkills & CompetenciesProven ability to lead through layered team structuresStrong operational leadership and execution disciplineTechnical depth in microbiology and regulated testingAbility to balance:technical rigoroperational efficiencyteam developmentExcellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skillsAdditional InformationPosition is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of San Diego, CA are encouraged to apply.Pay Range: $85,000 – $115,000 per year depending on related experienceExcellent full time benefits includingComprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysEurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: Quality AssuranceExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Biotechnology