QC Laboratory Supervisor - Microbiology & Molecular Biology
GOURMEY
People & HR, Operations
Paris, France
Posted on Apr 11, 2025
Want to build a tastier future through cutting-edge technologies? We are looking for a mission-driven, creative, and committed QC Laboratory Supervisor – Microbiology & Molecular Biology to join us 🦆. Come and bring your skills to the table!
GOURMEY is one of Europe's leading cultivated meat companies with global ambitions. Our vision is to create sustainable cultivated meat delights directly from animal cells for a conscious generation.
We believe in a world where succulence can share a table with positive impact and that cutting-edge technology combined with culinary arts can help us get there From engineers or scientists to culinary experts, we’re building an international team that shares the same passion for positive change. Currently a team of 65 Gourmates, we have dozens of nationalities at the table! Our differences are our strengths and our common language is food.
At GOURMEY, you will report Brian Chun, our Head of Quality & Regulation.
- Department
- Quality & Regulatory
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- Paris
- Workplace type
- Onsite
What will you be doing?
As the QC Laboratory Supervisor, you will coordinate and oversee the daily operations of the QC laboratory, providing leadership to a team of technicians while ensuring the highest standards of quality control are met. Working closely with the Head of Quality & Regulatory, you will routinely perform microbiological and molecular biology testing as part of the team, maintaining strict compliance with GLP, cGMP, and ISO/IEC 17025 standards. Your role will be critical in driving operational excellence, fostering a culture of quality, and leading continuous improvement initiatives in laboratory practices.
Key responsibilities:
Technician Leadership:
Technician Leadership:
- Supervise and mentor a team of QC analysts/technicians, fostering a culture of collaboration and operational excellence.
- Develop and conduct training, performance appraisals, and support professional development plans for team members.
- Schedule and prioritize testing workflows to ensure timely and accurate results.
Microbiological and Molecular Biology Testing:
- Perform and oversee microbiological and molecular biology tests in the QC lab that include, but is not limited to, microbiological bioburden testing, sterility (USP 71, EP 2.6.1), and environmental monitoring.
- Perform and support cellular and molecular biology testing that may include, but is not limited to, Western blot, gel electrophoresis, SDS-PAGE, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA), and Fluorescence-activated Cell Sorting (FACS).
- Prepare and maintain media, reagents, and chemical solutions for testing.
- Troubleshoot methods, equipment, and data to ensure reliability and accuracy of results.
- Interpret, verify, and document test results and generate comprehensive technical reports.
Quality Control Operations:
- Support the ongoing development, maintenance, and implementation of GOURMEY’s Lab Quality Manual to ensure compliance with GLP, GMP, ISO 17025 (as necessary), and other regulatory requirements in lab operations.
- Liaise with external laboratory partners, contract research organizations, and sample logistics partners as a primary contact where necessary.
- Ensure the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of samples shipments to external laboratories and other relevant parties by the QC team.
- Support the ongoing implementation of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for the QC lab operations to ensure accurate data recording and reporting.
- Oversee validation and calibration of laboratory instruments and equipment.
- Implement and monitor hygiene protocols to maintain a clean, safe, and organized lab environment.
Regulatory and Compliance:
- Prepare for and support internal and external audits.
- Investigate and document non-conformances, proposing corrective and preventive actions where appropriate.
- Maintain accurate quality control records and ensure adherence to safety policies.
Continuous Improvement:
- Drive process enhancements and quality improvements through data analysis and the adoption of new technologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine laboratory practices and support broader operational goals.
- Foster a culture of innovation, safety, and continuous learning within the laboratory.
What about you?
Qualifications & Experience:
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a GLP microbiology or molecular biology laboratory operating within an ISO/IEC 17025 framework.
- At least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
- Experience in aseptic processing and cleanroom environments is a plus.
- Familiarity with FDA, EU, and EMEA regulations is desirable.
Skills & Knowledge:
- Proven expertise in aseptic techniques, bioburden testing, environmental monitoring, sterility procedures, and microbial identification.
- Hands-on experience with molecular techniques such as Western blot, gel electrophoresis, SDS-PAGE, PCR, and ELISA.
- Strong proficiency in reagent preparation and subculturing techniques.
- In-depth understanding of laboratory safety protocols and quality management systems.
- Knowledge of advanced techniques (e.g., LC-MS, GC-MS, HPLC, MALDI-TOF) is an advantage but not required.
- Excellent analytical skills for interpreting complex data and identifying trends.
- Excellent writing skills to prepare study plans, validation and technical reports.
- Experience with LIMS and related laboratory software systems.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken); fluency in French is a plus.
What do we offer?
You will join a fast-growing startup located in the center of Paris, with a global ambition to build the future of food through cutting-edge technologies in an inclusive work environment valuing the importance of work-life balance.
We offer:
- ⭐️ GOURMEY’s ESOP
- 🌴 25 days of paid leave + extra holidays (depending on your contract)
- 🧑⚕️ Attractive Health insurance policy (higher than the minimum required)
- 🍌 Meal vouchers (We use Swile)
- 🎳 Work-life balance monitoring
- 🚴 Sustainable transportation and offer extra compensation to those who cycle to work
- 🍎 Fresh fruits and nuts delivered weekly
- 🎡 Annual company retreat
Want to know more about us?
We are a science, purpose, and engineering-driven company, founded in 2019 and now entering its next phase of growth after our recent fundraising.
We are dedicated to creating breakthrough technologies that will help address and push the boundaries of what’s possible – delivering innovations that benefit people and the planet. If you want to know more, have a look at our LinkedIn page, Career Site, Glassdoor reviews as well as the many press reviews (Bloomberg; Forbes).
About Gourmey
We believe in a world where spectacle and succulence share a table with sustainability and a positive impact. So we’re reimagining meat production to spare land and resources without sacrificing flavour. We’re pioneering a new food landscape where succulence meets sustainability.
GOURMEY is France's pioneering cultivated meat company. 🌎 We create sustainable cultivated meat delights for an uncompromising and conscious generation.
Join us: Join.gourmey.com
Our Hiring Process
Stage 1:
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