Senior Technical Director

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

Position Summary

The Senior Technical Director provides strategic and technical leadership for analytical laboratory operations and commercial team personnel, ensuring scientific excellence, regulatory compliance, and innovation in testing methodologies and services. This role combines high-level oversight with hands-on technical expertise, supporting day-to-day business operations, complex investigations, and custom projects and services. The position also influences industry standards through active participation in industry-specific organizations and directly supports veterinary pharmaceutical and specialty product development projects for the protein production and companion animal industries.

Authority

The Senior Technical Director receives sufficient authority from, and is accountable to, the Business Unit Manager, and has the authority to take necessary actions to ensure compliance with quality systems and regulatory requirements, identify departures from established procedures, and implement corrective measures consistent with company guidelines and sound technical judgment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic & Technical Leadership

• Develop and implement technical strategies aligned with organizational goals and industry standards.
• Provide subject matter expertise in food and feed testing, veterinary drug and specialty animal product development, and emerging contaminant testing.
• Support veterinary pharmaceutical and specialty product development projects aimed at improving protein production efficiency and safety and companion animal health and longevity.

Laboratory Operations & Technical Support

• Maintain knowledge of all testing capabilities within CUS043, US Food, and other relevant partner and prospect companies outside of the Food division.
• Design and execute experiments for complex projects, including method development, validation, and failure analysis.
• Assist in the operation of advanced analytical instruments (LC-MS/MS, HPLC) and assist chemists with challenging investigations.
• Review and approve analytical data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory guidelines, as needed.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure operations and deliverables adhere to ISO, FDA, USDA, international, and other specific applicable regulatory standard requirements.
• Support quality system improvements through CAPA documentation, non-conformance reporting, and internal audits, as needed.
• Edit and review controlled documents related to laboratory operations and testing methodologies.

Industry Engagement & Influence

• Actively participate in industry committees and working groups to support food and feed quality and safety standards.
• Represent the organization in industry forums, webinars, and regulatory discussions.

Operational Excellence

• Performs all tasks safely and efficiently, serving as a role model for ESFA leaders.
• Support process improvement project initiatives to ensure safe, efficient laboratory practices.
• Coordinate purchasing and inventory systems to maintain laboratory supplies and equipment, if needed.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Perform other duties assigned by management to support business objectives.
  
  

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or related field (M.Sc. or Ph.D. preferred).
• 10 years of experience in analytical laboratory operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

Ability and/or Skills:

• Expertise in LC-MS/MS and other advanced analytical platforms.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks for food safety, feed standards, and veterinary drug compliance.
• Proven ability to lead large teams and manage complex projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Other Factors:

• Strategic thinking
• Technical excellence
• Regulatory acumen

Additional Preferences:

• Leadership and mentorship
• Industry influence and collaboration
• Innovation and continuous improvement
  
  

What we offer:

• 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 Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.