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Technical Manager - GC

Des Moines, IA, usFull-time2026-11-06 → 2026-11-11
Based in United States

Core

Provides technical/scientific guidance, develops and validates analysis methods, and leads research projects to ensure quality, safety, and productivity in laboratory operations.

Role type

Senior Technical Manager (Laboratory Operations)

Builds

Scientific testing services, research projects, and quality assurance protocols for clients

Domain

Food testing, environmental, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and agro-sciences

Required skills

ISO 17025 compliance, method development and validation, data analysis and statistical evaluation, equipment operation and maintenance, staff training and supervision, root cause analysis for non-conformances, project leadership

Preferred skills

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, proficiency in eLIMS systems, experience with proficiency testing programs (AACC, AOCS, AAFCO), scientific presentation skills

Technologies

eLIMS, ISO/IEC 17025 standards, AACC, AOCS, AAFCO

Responsibilities

Develop, validate, and edit analysis methods; supervise senior technical staff; investigate out-of-specification results and implement corrective actions; train staff on SOPs and regulatory requirements; lead research projects; communicate results to clients and management; maintain equipment calibration and logs.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities