Microbiology CLIA Director, Molecular Focused

Microbiology CLIA Director, Molecular Focused

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company that provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, aiming to make life and the environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure product safety, authenticity, and accurate labelling.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic product testing and has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in‑vitro diagnostic products.

General Job Description

• Support Eurofins Donor & Product Testing business philosophy, leadership values and ethics.
• Ensure employees meet basic expectations of DPT’s quality management system, including good workmanship, adherence to SOPs, training, documentation practices, accurate record‑keeping.
• Develop and execute the laboratory structure and organization at each site.
• Oversee overall operation and administration of the laboratory in compliance with CLIA regulations.
• Maintain continuous lab operations with integrity and validity for all laboratory activities.
• Provide strong technical leadership and collaborate across groups to deliver timely quality test results.

• Oversee Eurofins DPT Microbiology and Sterility Management.
• Strengthen individual capabilities and build a leadership pipeline.
• Maintain quality accuracy and ensure all quality monitors meet laboratory objectives.
• Enforce applicable policies and procedures throughout laboratory operation.
• Develop, implement, and enforce laboratory policies, procedures, and performance standards.
• Work with the Director of Laboratory Operations to plan, develop, and drive laboratory vision and strategy.
• Participate in developing new methodologies & tests and strategic planning initiatives.
• Oversee all laboratory testing and provide scientific expertise for human‑related specimens.
• Report critical information to the Executive Team as needed.
• Demonstrate passion and enthusiasm for the company’s vision and motivate others to achieve company goals.
• Evaluate automation of current and new testing platforms.
• Plan and oversee implementation of new instrumentation.
• Recommend new technology/equipment within DPT’s budget cycle.
• Establish quantitative financial metrics to evaluate laboratory efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure timely review and approval of all laboratory procedures, safety manuals, proficiency testing results, training and competency files, corrective actions.
• Maintain staffing model, headcount, and cross‑training for microbiological staff.
• Serve as liaison during regulatory inspections and client audits.
• Communicate effectively with Executive Leadership.
• Ensure laboratory passes audits and maintains regulatory status.
• Stay abreast of quality event management items (complaints, deviations, CAPAs).
• Manage and coordinate Microbiology and Sterility Laboratory activities, including testing, reporting, methodology development, and standard certification.
• Apply knowledge of laboratory methods and troubleshoot technical problems.
• Implement policies and procedures to improve day‑to‑day operations.
• Deliver presentations, demonstrate cross‑functional leadership, and maintain strong organizational skills.
• Work independently, adapt to change, manage multiple tasks, and solve complex issues.
• Review laboratory key performance indicators and quality assurance indicators.
• Build relationships with Business Development and Account Executives.
• Handle discipline and termination of employees as needed.
• Conduct performance evaluations and execute department strategy.
• Recruit, hire, and train managers, supervisors, and leads.
• Communicate new directives and policies to staff.

• M.D., Ph.D., or M.D./Ph.D. with fellowship training (ABP MM or ASM CPEP) and board‑certified or board‑eligible in Medical Microbiology.
• Meet Code of Federal Regulations 493.144 requirements (medical licensure, pathology certification, or equivalent laboratory experience).
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