Contract Testing Services Lab Supervisor | CTS Lab Supervisor (Full-/Part-time) (all genders)

Merck KGaA

Darmstadt, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Jan 21, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

The Contract Testing Services (CTS) Lab Supervisor oversees the daily GMP operations within the Biosafety Testing Laboratory, ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient resource utilization. Key responsibilities include the direct supervision, coaching, and mentorship of the CTS team, managing work schedules, and coordinating staff training and development. This role is crucial for maintaining the highest standards of equipment and facility maintenance, and involves generating daily/weekly schedules and managing deviations, CAPAs, and change control records. The supervisor may also act as a Study Director or Responsible Scientist for GMP studies. Candidates must possess a BSC in Biological Sciences (or equivalent), at least two years of supervisory experience, and expertise in GMP regulations and Biosafety Level 2 laboratory practices. This position offers the opportunity to lead process improvements and ensure a safe, high-quality work environment in Darmstadt, Germany.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science (BSC) in Biological Sciences or a related subject (or equivalent work experience).

Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience
  • Experience in a GMP contract testing laboratory environment or related environment
  • Demonstrable scientific expertise in biology related works
  • Experience of working in Biosafety Level 2 laboratory

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Must be located in Darmstadt, Germany. Role requires participation in regulatory inspections and client audits.