Lead QC Microbiologist – Second Shift

Eurofins Scientific is a global life sciences company providing a comprehensive range of analytical testing services across food, environmental, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and clinical diagnostics industries. Our mission is to make life and the environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable.

Founded in 1987, Eurofins has grown to more than 47,000 employees across 900+ independent companies in over 50 countries, operating more than 800 laboratories worldwide. Eurofins offers over 200,000 analytical methods and has been one of Europe’s best-performing stocks over the past two decades.

The Lead QC Microbiologist – Second Shift is a hands-on leadership role responsible for performing routine QC microbiology testing while supporting, training, and guiding a team of analysts in a cGMP-regulated environment. This role plays a key part in environmental monitoring programs, laboratory investigations, and daily laboratory operations while ensuring compliance, data integrity, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Operations

• Perform all routine QC microbiology testing and activities
• Conduct environmental monitoring and compressed gas sampling of controlled environments
• Collect water and clean steam samples from manufacturing systems
• Support laboratory operations, including inventory management and stocking of media, reagents, and supplies
• Execute and document laboratory investigations and reports
• Utilize LIMS to track samples, testing activities, and results
• Schedule and coordinate routine testing activities (weekly, monthly, quarterly)
• Adhere to all safety, quality, and cGMP requirements
• Meet physical job demands, including lifting up to 25 lbs., standing/walking for extended periods, and handling laboratory equipment

Leadership & Team Support

• Support and monitor performance of a team of QC microbiology analysts
• Participate in onboarding and training of new and existing employees
• Perform peer review of laboratory data and documentation
• Assist with coordinating equipment maintenance and calibration activities
• Participate in interview participation as needed
• Support overtime and weekend coverage as required

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related scientific discipline (or equivalent relevant experience)
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on microbiology experience in an industry cGMP environment
• Demonstrated leadership or lead-level experience
• Strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship

Preferred

• Experience working with LIMS
• Familiarity with environmental monitoring, water systems, and clean utilities
• Experience supporting audits and laboratory investigations

What to Expect in the Hiring Process: 

• 10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Region Recruiter
• 45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with Manager and/or Group Leader
• 60 Minute Onsite Meeting with the Team 

Additional Details: 

This is a full-time, onsite position based on a first-shift schedule (Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM), with overtime required as needed. Candidates located within a commutable distance to Cambridge, MA are strongly encouraged to apply.

Excellent full-time benefits include:

• comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Hourly rate is between $30 - $35, depending on education and experience 
  • 2nd shift will add a 10% differential to the base pay.

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