Principal Microbiologist Job Locations US-MN-Eagan ID 2024-13915 Overview Element Eagan has a current opening for a Principal Microbiologist. The Principal Microbiologist position is a highly dynamic and team-oriented position that supports client needs for both custom and standardized testing, plans and directs Bioaerosol work as needed to improve methodology for efficacy evaluation, and maintains awareness of advances and changes in the test methodology which supports the registration of antimicrobial products as bioaerosols. The Principal Microbiologist effectively communicates with management and others in the company to share information, offer ideas, and think creatively to effectively solve client testing problems to support registrations of new and novel antimicrobial products. Responsibilities Responsible for ensuring successful progression of bioaerosol projects through method development, design of research and development projects and implementing or validating new methods or adapting current methods. Continually assesses, adjusts and improves the bioaerosol microbiology laboratory operational processes to maximize productivity and efficiency. Facilitates training of new and custom microbiology laboratory tasks for all microbiology lab technicians. Monitors bioaerosol employee schedule levels to provide feedback on capacity needs and available capacity. Assists with the development of and performs, evaluates and interprets Research and Development (R&D) projects with the guidance of the Account Manager, Technical Manager, Study Director and/or General Manager. Responsible for generating and maintaining strict documentation of raw data to ensure a high level of scientific integrity in accordance with regulatory requirements. Responsible for the documentation and maintenance of applicable training records. Performs general and supplemental laboratory duties as needed. Reviews raw data paperwork generated by the R&D Microbiology Laboratory. May assist with developing and refining new and existing Standard Operating Procedures and forms. Utilizes all financial, operational, administrative, and technical resources needed to accomplish the responsibilities of this position. Responsible for contributing to the Microbiology lab SQDC metrics as determined by the 5S and SQDC Coordinator. Closely monitors/control/reports project progression to ensure project is completed on schedule and meets client requirements. Serves as liaison with client contacts and manages day-to-day communications of projects. Evaluates and assesses project results, provides recommendations for future improvements. Provides support to the commercial team, attends customer visits, and/or conferences when necessary. Effectively communicate with and coordinate the activities of cross functional team members including commercial, operations, quality assurance and management. Communicate effectively with internal personnel, as well as external customers. Build teamwork within the bioaerosol department and all other company departments. Oversees bioaerosol employee scheduling levels for optimal service and to provide feedback on capacity needs and available capacity. Implements systems and communicates processes intended to prevent recurrence of routine control failures or unplanned deviations in the bioaerosol laboratory. Other duties as assigned by senior management. Skills / Qualifications Able to understand published methodology to adapt existing test methods, develop new test methods and ensure accuracy. Able to supervise employees, set objectives and work goals and standards, give direction, delegate to, and motivate employees. Establish, document and communicate clear performance expectations and standards. Evaluate, discuss and hold employees accountable for job performance and organizational behavior standards. Able to assist with HR-related functions including hiring and selection, orienting and training, managing performance, disciplinary action and recommending the termination of employees. Able to understand, administer, and comply with HR policies and procedures. Work as an effective and proactive team-player; understands the importance of supporting the organization, customers and other Element-Eagan employees. Ability to maintain records and prepare reports and correspondence. Able to give full attention to what other people say, take time to understand the points being made, and ask questions as appropriate. Able to use critical thinking, logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Able to communicate effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. Able to manage work time, determine priorities, seek assistance when necessary, and complete projects within deadlines. Able to identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Able to plan, prioritize, coordinate, and manage own work in a fast-paced environment. Able to work unsupervised, make moderate level decisions independently, and solve problems effectively and creatively. Able to display high levels of customer service, responding promptly and thoroughly to the inquiries and needs of individuals both internal and external to the organization, as applicable. Understand and maintain confidential nature of customer, organization and employee information. Show professional knowledge, proficiency and initiative in achieving goals and meeting standards. #LI-TK1 Company Overview Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'. When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development. Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization. Diversity Statement The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants... For full info follow application link. At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming the world s most trusted testing partner . All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.