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 Organisation 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 Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised 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 decentralised 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 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job DescriptionThe scope of this job is to manage multiple groups within Eurofins Food Integrity & Innovation that conduct multi-disciplined assays to generate results, solve problems and interpret data of a scientific nature. Responsibility of the role is to meet operational objectives and drive growth within the cost center(s) reporting directly to the role. Additional responsibility is to drive growth across Eurofins Food Integrity & Innovation and align resources to strategic needs. All activities required of position are conducted in compliance and support of ISO/IEC 17025:2005.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Demonstrates and promotes the company visionRegular attendance and punctualityApplies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate.Support compliance of ISO/IEC 17025:2005May be required to assume responsibilities of Site Operations in the absence of the Site Operations HeadAssists with performance evaluations, staffing decisions and other supervisory activities for the assigned functional groupsReviews and approves work performed in Eurofins Food Integrity & Innovation for scientific validity and compliance with Eurofins SOPsComplete understanding of Eurofins SOPs as they apply to food testing servicesProvides technical guidance to the employees of Eurofins Food Integrity & InnovationProvides management direction to designated groups with frequent site-wide leadershipAssists in the planning and managing of business development and marketing activities for section to form client/company partnerships. Foresees and promotes interdisciplinary applications of research expertiseTrains and mentors staff, supervisors, and other managers within Eurofins Food Integrity & InnovationWorks with the Eurofins Food Integrity & Innovation commercial and Technical Development teams to expand Eurofins Food Integrity & Innovation to new clients and to develop new servicesMaintains client contacts and establishes new contacts for specific service or market segments.Works with clients to design method development projects, method validations and testing programs that will meet client requirementsPrepares protocols, reports, and other documents associated with Eurofins Food Integrity & InnovationInterprets and implements policies affecting staff, fiscal and technical management for the departmentDiscusses study problems or scope changes with appropriate personnel and suggests solutions and actions to solve problems. Manages the impact on time and costAssesses feasibility/monitors/evaluates/reviews the scientific and financial performance of studies and projectsContributes to long-range planning and technical policies of the departmentWorks with Human Resources to implement appropriate affirmative action, salary administration and communication programs within the departmentConducts and hosts client visits to Eurofins Food Integrity & InnovationMay have the additional responsibility of managing quality systemsConducts all activities in a safe and efficient mannerPerforms other duties as assignedClient related (relevant for positions that directly interact with or directly support external clients).QualificationsEducation/Experience (BMQ):
BS degree in a related field10+ years of experience. Experience may be substituted for education.5+ years of management experience or supervising teamsBasic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ):
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required.
Experience in the techniques of food, supplement, and ingredient analysis and/or microbiology.Involvement with industry standards, such as AOAC, USP, ISO 17025, etc.Experience with GLPs and cGMPs (for Dietary Supplements or Medicated Feeds)Extensive knowledge of related regulations in a contract laboratory environmentSkilled in performing presentations, leading meetings, time management, and planning, budgeting and negotiation.Proven experience with customers and driving growth for a businessDemonstrated ability for logical thinking, vision, and creativity necessary to function effectively with little structure or supervision.Ability to learn new tasksAbility to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficientlyOther Factors:
Office based work (90%)Periodic visits to lab areas, potential exposure to chemicals (5%)<5% travel to other Eurofins Food Integrity & Innovation sitesOvertime, including evening and weekend work, is expected if needed to complete internal or external customer requirementsDomestic and international travel may be required for extended periods, including weekendsExpected to understand the process for handling hazardous wastes and receive on-the-job training for handling specific waste types in their job areaMandatory immunizations and screening as requiredWill be exposed to potential food allergens.Additional InformationPosition is Full-Time, Monday- Friday 9am- 5:30pm. Candidates currently living in a commutable distance to Madison, WI. are encouraged to apply.
Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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 Organisation 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 Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised 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 decentralised 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 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.