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Chromatography Department ManagerColumbia Laboratories • Portland, OR, USA
Chromatography Department Manager

Chromatography Department Manager

Columbia Laboratories • Portland, OR, USA
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Step Into a Role Where Science and Strategy Meet Leadership!

Tentamus North America is on the hunt for a Chromatography Department Manager to join our C olumbia Laboratories Team in Portland, Oregon!

In this role, you'll oversee one of our largest technical teams, guiding scientists and analysts as they deliver accurate, legally defensible data for clients across diverse industries. From method development to regulatory compliance, your leadership will keep our Chromatography department running at the highest standards of quality, ethics, and efficiency.

If you're a detail-driven scientist with a knack for project management and people leadership, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact – Apply today!

Your Rockstar Duties as the Chromatography Department Manager

Under the direction of the General Manager, your rockstar duties include, but are not limited to :

Strategic Leadership & Team Management

  • Lead and represent the Chromatography team, actively contributing to technical evaluations and cross-laboratory solutions.
  • Manage and mentor a large group of analytical staff, ensuring staffing levels align with departmental goals.
  • Direct performance management, coaching, and professional development of direct reports.
  • Approve schedules, overtime, and timecards to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Assist with developing and adhering to the department's annual budget.

Technical Authority & Method Development

  • Serve as the internal and external technical authority for chromatography discussions.
  • Stay current on industry trends, technologies, and regulatory expectations relevant to the department.
  • Select and implement appropriate analytical methods and techniques.
  • Research, develop, and validate new or modified methods when standard approaches are insufficient.
  • Ensure the accuracy and validity of reported analytical data for both client projects and proficiency testing.
  • Provide detailed review and verification of data to maintain credibility and defensibility.

    • Operational Excellence & Project Management

  • Manage complex projects, including method development, method improvement, and sample investigations.
  • Drive operational improvements that increase efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance quality.
  • Lead quality-control initiatives by overseeing non-conforming work and implementing corrective actions.
  • Author and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support efficiency and regulatory compliance.
  • Oversee the effective operation and maintenance of all department equipment, ensuring reliability and accuracy.
  • Manage supply procurement, ensuring timely ordering and availability of necessary materials.

    • Quality, Ethics & Compliance

  • Uphold the highest standards of quality, ethics, and regulatory compliance in all department activities.
  • Lead and prepare for internal and external audits (ISO, TNI, GMP), including acting as lead auditor when required.
  • Ensure traceability, documentation accuracy, and legally defensible data across all projects.

    • Other Duties : Support other lab activities as assigned

    What You Bring

    Our ideal candidate will be authorized to work in the United States indefinitely without restrictions or sponsorship, possess a combination of exceptional communication skills and meticulous attention to detail, and candidates must be 21 years or older due to regulatory requirements . Other qualifications include :

  • Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline related to chromatography.
  • 5+ years of production laboratory experience, including successful leadership of large teams.
  • 5+ years operating, maintaining, and training others on a wide range of chromatography instrumentation.
  • Proven success with internal and external audits, with at least 3 years serving as audit lead. (e.g., ISO, TNI, GMP).
  • Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Extensive experience with method development and validation for chromatography.
  • High proficiency with Microsoft Office and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
  • Adaptability and ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced lab environment.

    • What's in it for you?

    Salary range is $65,000 – $85,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. I n addition, we provide a comprehensive and low-cost benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Employees also enjoy access to our Employee Assistance Program, ample paid time off (PTO), sick time, and a matching 401(k) plan .

    Position & Schedule

    This is a Full-Time position , with a M – F schedule typically 8 : 30AM - 5 : 00PM, onsite at Columbia Laboratories in Portland, Oregon. The work schedule is determined by business needs and may require availability outside of standard working hours.

    About Tentamus :

    Labs for Life® . We are a global network of full-service accredited analytical laboratories providing crucial quality and safety analysis for clients locally, nationally, and beyond using proven methods of chemistry and microbiology. Many of the products you use and consume daily rely on Tentamus labs. With 20 labs in North America and growing (100 globally), we celebrate having talented diverse scientific and service-oriented professionals.

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