Technical Fellow – Microbiology

The Technical Fellow Microbiology is the senior technical leader for microbiology. This role sets technical direction standards and decisions to ensure consistent high-quality and compliant services. They drive standardization build technical expertise and support business growth. This position is intended to lead technical direction across the organization influence standards and capabilities enterprise-wide and guide senior technical staff (not responsible for daily lab operations). 

Some major focus areas of the Technical Fellow are as follows: 

1. Standardization & Quality

• Ensure consistent testing methods data interpretation and reporting
• Reduce variability across teams
• Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement

2. Regulatory & Strategy

• Translate FDA ISO and USP requirements into clear actions
• Anticipate industry changes and adapt technical strategies
• Support growth areas like sterilization cleaning and disinfection

3. Talent & Expertise

• Build and develop SME capabilities
• Define skill expectations and training priorities
• Reduce reliance on single experts

4. Governance

• Serve as the escalation point for complex technical issues
• Provide clear binding technical decisions

Qualifications :

Required

• Advanced degree in Microbiology Biology or related field (preferred)
• 1215 years of experience in medical device microbiology
• Deep expertise in:
  • Sterility bioburden and endotoxin testing
  • Sterilization processes (Steam & EO preferred)
  • Reprocessing cleaning and disinfection validation
• Strong working knowledge of FDA ISO and USP frameworks
• Demonstrated experience as a technical authority influencing senior technical professionals

Preferred

• Experience in contract testing or services environment
• Experience defining technical standards across multiple teams or sites
• Experience supporting regulatory submissions and audits

Additional Information :

The position is full-time Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm with overtime as needed. Candidates living within a commutable range of Lancaster PA are encouraged to apply. 

• 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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time