Group leader, Project Management
Eurofins

Job Info

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Company Description

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers 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 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing-Columbia has delivered expert scientific support to companies working to improve human and animal health. As a member of the Eurofins BPT Columbia team, you will work alongside respected technical experts dedicated to scientific excellence in a process driven regulatory compliant environment.

Job Description

The Group Leader, Project Management has an overall responsibility for providing technical leadership and project organization for assigned staff. Performs a dual role by working directly with clients and managing projects, while responsible for leadership and training, functioning as a Supervisor in Project Management.

Responsibilities include:

• Performs the essential job functions of primary position (e.g. Project Manager).

• Responsible for management of the day-to-day Project management activities. Identifies and recommends training needs and mentors staff members. Provides technical laboratory oversight and serves as technical resource for the division and clients.

• Provides staff supervisory functions in 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 resources (facilities, equipment, and 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.

• Guides multiple projects and studies through workflow, taking into consideration varying deadlines. Ensures and takes ownership of all quality issues and goa

• Provides or arranges 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. Develops or optimizes processes and procedures to lead to more efficient workflow 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 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.

• Communicates clearly and effectively with clients and 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 marketing, sales, and business development relating to area of responsibility.

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

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

• 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.

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 four (4) to six (6) years of industry experience including at least two to three years of experience in managing projects and/or laboratory personnel.

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

Additional Information

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 Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage with dental and vision options, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and PTO.

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our websitewww.eurofinsus.com.

We are looking forward to receiving your application including your expected salary and possible start date via our career website.

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

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