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Eurofins

Global lab testing and analytics network

Team Leader, Food Microbiology

Inspection & TestPosted on Nov 11
Full-timeLeipzig, GermanyNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Completed natural-sciences degree, for example in microbiology, biology, food chemistry, food technology, or a comparable qualification, or completed relevant vocational training with several years of professional experience in a microbiological laboratory.
  • Sound knowledge of microbiological testing of food or animal feed.
  • Very good German skills at C1 level or higher and good spoken and written English skills.
  • Ideally, initial experience in technical or disciplinary leadership of employees.
  • Ability to communicate effectively to solve problems and motivate and appreciate employees.
  • Structured, careful, quality-conscious working style and ability to maintain oversight during high sample volumes.
  • Willingness to take responsibility and make solution-oriented decisions.
  • A respectful approach to employees and clear communication.

Responsibilities

  • Take technical and disciplinary responsibility for the microbiology team.
  • Serve as the primary contact for employees and support them with technical and organizational questions.
  • Promote employee development and qualification, and conduct regular employee and feedback conversations.
  • Foster an open, constructive, and solution-oriented working environment.
  • Support complex microbiological questions, assess analysis results, and, where qualified and authorized, approve results in the LIMS.
  • Support the team in evaluating unusual or implausible results and determining further actions.
  • Support deviation handling and root-cause analyses, accompany audits, and contribute to implementing DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
  • Contribute experience and ideas to laboratory organization, test methods, equipment, workflows, and new projects.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with classical microbiological culture methods and rapid microbiological methods.
  • Experience onboarding colleagues, providing technical guidance, or coordinating workflows is welcomed as preparation for taking the next career step.

About the Company

Eurofins

Global lab testing and analytics network

Eurofins provides global laboratory testing and analytical services to verify the safety, authenticity, and quality of products across food, water, medicine, and the environment. It operates a network of more than 900 laboratories in over 60 countries, offering access to more than 200,000 analytical methods. Its product work involves running specialized tests—using chemistry, biology, and other scientific techniques—to confirm origin, composition, and compliance of samples, such as detecting wine fraud or contaminant presence. The company differentiates itself through its massive, distributed lab network and broad portfolio, enabling standardized testing at scale and fast turnaround across many industries, rather than relying on a single specialty or location. Its goal is to protect public health and safety by delivering accurate, comprehensive testing data and helping clients meet regulatory and quality requirements.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Luxembourg
Founded
1987

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