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Head of Chemistry & Stability – Department Manager
About Eurofins Scientific
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. Our goal is to make life—and our environment—safer, healthier, and more sustainable.
From the food you eat, the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, our laboratories support the world’s leading companies to ensure their products are safe, authentic, and properly labelled.
Eurofins is committed to:
- Health & safety of society & the planet
- Environmental protection
- Diversity, equity & inclusion across our global network
We proudly support the armed forces community, welcoming applications from:
- Reservists
- Armed forces veterans (including wounded, injured, and sick)
- Cadet instructors
- Military spouses & partners
Join us to continue making the world a safer, healthier place—apply for this exciting role!
Job Title
Head of Chemistry & Stability – Department Manager
About the Role
Location: 39-hour workweek (4 days: 09:00–17:15, 1 day: 09:00–17:30) Key Purpose: Lead the operation and development of the Chemistry and Stability department, driving excellence in analytical testing, compliance, and team performance.
Core Responsibilities
Departmental Leadership & Operations
- Schedule and oversee team activities, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
- Lead primary batch audits and maintain data integrity.
- Conduct and review client communications, meetings, and technical discussions.
- Support resolution of quality issues, implementing corrective actions where needed.
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Quality & Compliance
- Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and quality risk assessments.
- Oversee CAPA (Corrective & Preventive Actions) and change controls.
- Coordinate equipment calibration, qualification, and maintenance.
- Author, review, and update Chemistry procedures, protocols, and reports.
- Support self-inspections and assist in client & regulatory inspections.
Process Improvement & Training
- Propose and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Conduct departmental forecasting and budgeting.
- Support the commercial team in client relations and objectives.
- Act as a key member of the site leadership team.
- Attend Quality Management Reviews (QMR).
- Deliver chemistry training and mentor team development.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Preferred: Degree in life sciences (or equivalent).
- Proven experience in a GMP/GLP-regulated environment, with a focus on Chemistry.
- Stability storage and/or testing experience is highly desirable.
- Exceptional understanding of GMP and related regulatory requirements.
Key Competencies
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong leadership skills, exercising sound judgement and motivating teams.
- Exceptional report writing, organisational, and analytical skills.
- Commitment to quality consciousness, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- A positive, methodical, tenacious, and innovative approach to problem-solving.
- Very strong technical knowledge in chemistry techniques applicable to regulated industries.
- Deep passion for quality and customer service.
- Excellent training & communication abilities, ensuring alignment with client requirements.
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Additional Information
Benefits
At Eurofins, we reward achievement and support professional growth with:
- Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement
- Annual Leave Sellback Scheme
- Free Parking
- Annual Leave Benefits at predefined service milestones
- Company Pension Plan
- Life Assurance Scheme (4x annual salary)
- Healthcare Cash Plan (standard after 6+ months’ service)
- Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, and Paternal Leave Schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential support
- Health & Wellbeing Programmes
- Worldwide career opportunities with flexible career progression
We also celebrate:
- Annual long service awards
- Personal life milestones
- Charitable fundraising and global initiatives
Note: Unfortunately, sponsorship for this role is not offered.
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