Cell-Based Assay GMP Team Leader

Indianapolis, IN, us on site Until 9/27/2026 4+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted July 29, 2026
Job description

At Eurofins PSS, we work with leading international companies across the pharma, medical device, food, cosmetic & consumer products industries - who all trust us with their mission-critical testing. For 20 years, our international network of teams have served clients at their sites, across 20 countries.

PSS® is part of Eurofins Scientific, an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services across multiple industries, through a network of over 950 laboratories in 60 countries, and c.a. 63,000 employees.

Life at Eurofins is a meritocracy, where people are empowered to make decisions and are rewarded for their success, allowing them to advance quickly. Become your most extraordinary self with support and development throughout your career.

Join a collaborative GMP lab where your hands-on experience with cell‑based assays and ELISA workflows will be put to use every day. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys staying close to the bench while also helping support and guide a small team. You’ll play a key role in assay execution, method support, and day-to-day lab operations in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

Hands-On Assay Work

  • Execute cell-based assays, ligand-binding ELISAs, and related workflows
  • Perform routine tasks such as cell plating, dilutions, and 96-well plate work
  • Apply strong aseptic technique and pipetting skills in a GMP setting

Method & Lab Support

  • Assist with method qualification, transfer, and troubleshooting
  • Help ensure consistency and quality of assay execution

Documentation & Compliance

  • Accurately record work in lab notebooks/e-systems
  • Follow GMP documentation practices and data integrity standards

Team Support 

  • Help coordinate daily lab activities and support team workflow
  • Provide guidance and training to junior team members as needed
  • Act as a go-to resource for technical questions on the team

Collaboration

  • Work closely with clients, peers and supervisors to meet timelines and deliverables
  • Contribute to a positive, team-oriented lab environment

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree with >6 years of relevant industry experience & supervisory experience, or;
  • Master's degree with >5 years of relevant industry experience & supervisory experience, or;
  • PhD  with 4+ years of relevant industry experience & supervisory experience 
  • Minimum 4 years of hands‑on industry lab experience (GMP required; academic‑only backgrounds are not a fit)
  • Strong technical background in cell‑based assays, reporter‑gene assays, ELISAs, 96‑well plate workflows, multi‑channel pipetting, cell culture, cell counting, and cell banking

Leadership & Collaboration

  • Demonstrated leadership experience 
    • Technical depth may offset the need for formal leadership experience.
    • Thrives in a high‑visibility, highly collaborative environment with interaction across teams and clients

    Communication & Work Style

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills — able to handle tough questions and think on your feet
    • Detail‑oriented, self‑driven, and adaptable in a fast‑paced, plate‑based workflow
    • Strong prioritization skills with a proactive, solution‑focused mindset

    Compliance & Documentation

    • Strong documentation discipline and a GMP‑aligned mindset
    • Able to maintain accurate, audit‑ready records and follow procedures consistently
    • Comfortable supporting audit activities and representing the team with confidence

    Position is full-time, first-shift, Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM with overtime as needed. 

    Excellent full-time benefits include:

    • Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
    • Life and disability insurance
    • 401(k) with company match
    • Paid vacation and holidays

    LinkedIn: #LI-EB1

    Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

    About this role

    Summary

    Lead and perform GMP cell-based assay operations, manage team, ensure compliance

    Job title

    Cell-Based Assay GMP Team Leader

    Experience level

    4+ years

    Minimum experience

    4+ years exp

    Industry

    life sciences

    Location requirements

    On-site in Indianapolis, IN, US, with possible remote support

    Salary

    Not specified

    Visa sponsorship

    H-1B sponsor history

    Management role

    Yes

    Skills & keywords

    Required skills

    cell-based assaysELISAGMPpipettingdocumentation

    Preferred skills

    leadershipteam coordinationtroubleshootingtechnical documentationcollaboration

    Specializations

    cell-based assaysELISAGMPcell cultureassay execution
    Locations

    Structured locations inferred from the posting.

    Indianapolis, IN, USA

    On-site City