CareerPlan

Microbiology Group Leader

Portage, MI, usFull-time2026-10-09 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead a microbiology group ensuring GMP/GLP compliance, managing quality systems, and supervising technical staff in microbial testing and investigations.

Role type

Senior IC microbiology group leader

Builds

Microbial testing services and quality assurance for clients

Domain

Life sciences / Pharmaceutical testing

Required skills

Microbial limits testing, Antimicrobial effectiveness testing, Sterility testing, Bacterial endotoxin testing, Aseptic techniques, Microbial identification, Laboratory investigations, Audit response support, Regulatory compliance (USP/ICH/Ph. Eur.)

Preferred skills

Leadership training, Lean initiatives, Financial acumen, Mentoring technical staff

Technologies

USP <61>, USP <62>, USP <71>, USP <85>, USP <88>

Responsibilities

Supervise others in performing client service requirements, Coordinate workflow and perform daily monitoring, Conduct semiannual performance reviews and succession planning, Coach and develop individual and team to maximize performance, Empower technical staff through mentoring, Independently act as technical lead in calls/audits for complex projects

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC