Microbiology Team Lead (m/f/d)
Step into a pivotal role at a global CMO and help shape the future of healthcare research. Proclinical is seeking a Microbiology Team Lead to establish and manage a microbiology team at a new site in Berlin. This role involves setting up laboratory processes, recruiting team members, and ensuring the lab operates effectively. It's a hands-on leadership position with significant ownership and responsibility, ideal for someone proactive and confident in leading teams through demanding phases of development.
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a microbiology team of approximately eight direct reports.
- Recruit and build out the team to full capacity.
- Develop and implement microbiological methods, including endotoxin and bioburden testing.
- Establish laboratory processes and ensure operational readiness.
- Provide day-to-day leadership, support, and direction to the team.
- Support customer-facing activities as needed.
- Remain technically capable to assist with laboratory work during the initial setup phase.
- Focus on recruitment, team development, and operational setup during the first 6-12 months.
- Transition into a more management-focused role as the team grows and the lab becomes fully operational.
Key Skills and Requirements:
- Strong practical microbiology experience, including GMP knowledge.
- Proven experience leading and managing a team, with a focus on recruitment and team development.
- Familiarity with microbiological methods such as endotoxin and bioburden testing.
- Fluent in German and proficient in English.
- Willingness to work full-time on-site in Berlin.
- Ability to take ownership, make decisions, and resolve problems independently.
- Proactive and confident leadership style, particularly during demanding setup phases.
Microbiology Team Lead Salary: €70000 - €85000 per annum Job type: Permanent Discipline: Molecular Biology Location: Germany Berlin, Germany Posting date: 03 Nov 2026 Reference: 71252 Apply for this job Shortlist
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