Associate Group Leader – Analytical Sciences

Associate Group Leader – Analytical Sciences

Eurofins PSS is seeking an Associate Group Leader – Analytical Sciences to support a dynamic biopharmaceutical testing environment. This hands‑on leadership role is responsible for executing analytical testing while supporting daily lab operations, team performance, and project delivery.

• Perform and support analytical testing including:
  • HPLC (RP‑HPLC, IEX, SEC)
  • CE‑SDS, CIEF, Jess (as applicable)
• Support method development, troubleshooting, and qualification activities
• Analyze, process, and verify data with strong attention to data integrity
• Maintain timely documentation in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems (DLIMS)
• Ensure routine sample turnaround timelines (target: 14 days)
• Support characterization studies for early‑ and late‑stage programs
• Work with potent compounds (OEB4/OEB5), including ADC‑related materials

• Support oversight of daily team performance and workflow coordination
• Assist with onboarding and training of new team members
• Participate in candidate interviews and hiring activities
• Help ensure coverage, efficiency, and adherence to quality standards
• Promote a collaborative, positive, and accountable team culture
• Communicate priorities, updates, and expectations across the team
• Balance hands‑on lab work with leadership and administrative responsibilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 2+ years of hands‑on HPLC experience (RP‑HPLC, IEX, SEC)
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

• Experience with CE‑SDS, CIEF, or Jess instrumentation
• Exposure to technical writing and GMP documentation practices
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time‑management skills
• Familiarity with Lean principles or process improvement
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and apply the scientific method
• Comfortable working independently and within team environments

The position is full‑time, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am–5:00 pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Gaithersburg, MD, are encouraged to apply.

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holiday
• Yearly goal‑based bonus and eligibility for merit‑based increases
• Compensation: $32.00–$36.00 per hour, depending on education and experience

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