Top 35 Research & development laboratory managers Jobs in Illinois

Microbiology Group Leader
Messina Talent Advisors —Vernon Hills, IL
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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5d
Manufacturing Lab Supervisor
Valvoline Global Operations —Willow Springs, IL
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Research Professional
The University of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Inventory management
- Word processing
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Deputy Associate Laboratory Director - Operations
Argonne National Laboratory —Lemont, IL
- $287,885.00 - $449,099.82 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Public speaking
- Organizational skills
Americas Lab Capabilities Lead
Barry Callebaut —Chicago, IL
- $110,000 - $125,000 a year
- Up to 50% travel
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
12d
Lab Manager, Roman Family Center for Decision Research
The University of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $50,000 - $58,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Marketing
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Campus/Virtual/Pop-up Lab Manager
The University of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $50,000 - $58,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Marketing
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
5d
Metabolomics Core Team Lead
The University of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Quality Lab Leader
Grayhill Inc. —La Grange, IL
- $81,000 - $139,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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8d
Molecular Beam Epitaxy Systems Manager
Sivananthan Laboratories —Bolingbrook, IL
- Monday to Friday
- Mid-level
- In-person
Director Lab Operations - Americas
UL Solutions —Northbrook, IL
- $176,000 - $235,000 a year
- Holidays
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
12d
Research & Development Manager
Hexpol TPE Americas LLC —Broadview, IL
- $100,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ERP systems
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Testing manager
Limagrain —Winfield, IL
- Computer literacy
- Analysis skills
- Data entry
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
11d
Senior Project Specialist, Sample Operations
AbbVie —North Chicago, IL
- $96,500 - $183,500 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 6 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Sr Manager, R&D - Plastic Rigid Materials
Kraft Heinz Company —Glenview, IL
- $120,800 - $151,000 a year
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- Bachelor's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Lab Research Assistant Lead - Orthopedic Surgery
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center —Chicago, IL
- $27.47 - $38.81 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Surgery
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
4d
Lead Staff Laboratory Engineer - Datacenter Testing
UL Solutions —Northbrook, IL
- $142,000 - $189,000 a year
- Holidays
- Engineering
- English
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
14d
R&D Manager
EUROPTEC USA LLC —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Mentoring
Supervisor, IVF Lab
CCRM Fertility —Chicago, IL
- $135,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Supervising experience
- Bachelor's degree
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Technical Service Manager
Bluefors —Chicago, IL
- $110,000 - $150,000 a year
- English
- Business development
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Microbiology Group Leader

Messina Talent Advisors
Vernon Hills, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $80,000 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Customer communication

Full Job Description

The Microbiology Group Leader supports the microbiology testing operations by overseeing daily department activities, managing testing schedules, supporting investigations, and helping maintain compliance in a cGMP-regulated laboratory environment.

This role provides leadership for rapid sterility testing, traditional sterility testing, bacterial endotoxin testing, environmental monitoring, aseptic technique programs, gowning certification, and other microbiology-based laboratory services. The Microbiology Group Leader works closely with Quality Assurance, laboratory leadership, and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate testing, strong documentation, audit readiness, and continuous improvement.

Location: Onsite

Primary Responsibilities

Microbiology Laboratory Leadership

Oversee daily operations and address the needs of the Microbiology Department.
Manage testing schedules, testing progress, data, and work quality.
Support department planning, prioritization, and project timelines.
Provide continuous improvement ideas to strengthen laboratory efficiency, quality, and compliance.
Assist in the implementation of new equipment, methods, room qualifications, utility qualifications, and related microbiology projects.

Microbiological Testing and Technical Support

Provide microbiology support for rapid sterility testing, including ScanRDI, traditional sterility testing, bacterial endotoxin testing, and other microbiological testing as required.
Apply strong knowledge of pharmaceutical microbiology, cleanroom environmental control, and microbiological testing methods.
Support environmental monitoring of clean rooms and utilities.
Participate in troubleshooting and out-of-specification investigations for the Microbiology Department.
Develop strong microbiology and investigational skills within the department.

Compliance, Documentation, and Quality Systems

Support compliance with ISO, FDA, USP, cGMP, and related regulatory expectations.
Help Quality Assurance establish and enforce quality standards in sample testing and documentation.
Revise and review SOPs, checklists, investigations, validations, and related technical documents.
Ensure documentation clearly defines the steps needed to complete required audit tasks.
Participate in client and internal audits based on the FDA System Based Inspection Policy and general cGMP expectations.

Training, Programs, and Inspection Support

Assist in the creation, implementation, and administration of microbiology-based programs, including training, gowning, and aseptic technique programs.
Represent Microbiology during regulatory inspections and respond to microbiology-related questions, issues, and solutions.
Respond to customer requests for information.
Develop professional and technical knowledge through continuing education, professional publications, networking, and industry participation.

Core Competencies

Leadership and Team Development: Guides team members and supports a positive, productive work environment focused on continuous improvement.
Regulatory Expertise: Demonstrates knowledge of ISO, FDA, USP, cGMP standards, and FDA System Based Inspection Policy.
Technical Proficiency: Applies expertise in pharmaceutical microbiology testing, including ScanRDI, traditional sterility, endotoxin testing, and environmental monitoring.
Problem Solving: Troubleshoots and resolves complex microbiological and operational challenges.
Communication and Documentation: Prepares clear technical documentation and communicates effectively during inspections, audits, and client interactions.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology.
3+ years of directly related experience required.
Solid working knowledge of cGMPs and related quality systems.
Knowledge of pharmaceutical microbiology, including ScanRDI, traditional sterility, and endotoxin testing.
Experience in environmental control and monitoring of clean rooms and utilities.
Technical writing experience, including SOPs, investigations, and validations.
Strong organizational, oral communication, problem-solving, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to exercise initiative and judgment to solve problems of varying difficulty.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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