Coordinator, Quality Laboratory Instrumentation and Methods – Global

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Quality Laboratory Instrumentation & Method Coordinator with a background in analytical chemistry and microbiology to join our team.

Essential Functions

• Lead and support instrument qualification, validation, and revalidation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) across global QC laboratories.
• Provide onsite technical training to laboratory staff on instrument operation, troubleshooting, and analytical techniques as needed.
• Serve as a technical lead for method development, optimization, and transfer between sites to ensure alignment and reproducibility.
• Drive standardization of analytical methodologies and instrumentation platforms across global labs.
• Support procurement, specification, and commissioning of laboratory equipment, including development of long-term capital expenditure (CapEx) plans.
• Establish and maintain global best practices for instrument lifecycle management, calibration, and maintenance strategies.
• Collaborate with site Quality leaders to support regulatory compliance, particularly as it relates to instrumentation and method performance.
• Partner with Quality Systems and IT teams to ensure proper integration of instrumentation with laboratory data systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Quality Systems, Chemistry, Food Science, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience with analytical instrumentation (e.g., ICP, HPLC/UPLC, FTIR, titration systems, particle size, etc.)
• Strong working knowledge of instrument validation and method development in regulated laboratory environments
• Excellent communication and project management abilities
• Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements related to instrumentation, validation, and technical competence
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed (25-50%)