Manager- NGS

Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Biosafety is looking for a Manager to provide technical expertise and oversight of a Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) department. This leader will have oversight over scientists responsible for executing routine testing of validated platform methods within the department.  This individual will also contribute to the development, validation, and execution of NGS methods for commercial offering. The role requires an understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) regulations and biopharmaceutical testing. Previous leadership experience and effective communication skills would benefit this role.

Position is on site in Lancaster, PA.

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 Organization 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized 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 decentralized 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 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Minimum qualifications

• Ability to work in the US without immediate or potential future sponsorship.
• Team leadership, communication, organization, technical skills.
• Scientist with knowledge of genomics methodology and instrumentation (direct experience with NGS methodology would be an added benefit).
• Knowledge of development and validation of genomics/molecular biology methods for commercial offering.
• BA/BS, MS, or PhD in Molecular Biology/Genetics, Genomics, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related field

BA/BS with at least 3-5 years related experience including direct supervision of staff, preferably working in GMP environment. Experience in industrial biotech organization

MS or PHD with at least 3 years related experience including direct supervision of staff, preferably working in GMP environment. Experience in industrial biotech organization

Working schedule will be Full-Time, First Shift, Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply. 25% travel may be required. This position is NOT remote. 

What we Offer:

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.