Job Description

Lead the Lab. Grow the Business. Advance Public Health.
Are you a science-minded leader with a head for business and a heart for mission? At Eurofins DQCI, LLC we’re seeking a bold and capable Business Unit Manager to oversee our Dairy Testing division — a fast-paced, high-impact business line at the intersection of innovation, safety, and operational excellence. You’ll own the strategy, business development, operational performance, and culture of a unit responsible for analyzing dairy quality components and contaminants in raw milk and finished products as well as pesticide contaminants in produce. This is your chance to scale a business, lead a team, and make a difference.

What You’ll Do

• Set the Vision: Define and execute a strategy that positions DQCI as a national leader in dairy testing.
• Drive Commercial Development: Represent the business externally with confidence, support business development activities and oversee key accounts.
• Own Business Performance: Drive unit-level performance with full P&L accountability, budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning.
• Lead the Team: Manage, inspire, and develop scientists, technicians, and support staff in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.
• Elevate the Work: Ensure scientific integrity, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

Your Background

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s in chemistry, biology, food science, or related field preferred
  • Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or PhD) is a plus

• Leadership Experience:
  • 5+ years leading teams in a scientific or regulated environment
  • Proven success managing change, growth, or turnaround efforts
  • Skilled in team development, culture-building, and goal setting

• Technical Knowledge:
  • Working knowledge of analytical chemistry preferred
  • Understanding of regulatory standards and lab operations helpful

• Business Acumen:
  • Experience managing budgets, KPIs, and operational metrics
  • Confident with business planning, client proposals, and capital decisions
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with strong follow-through

Additional Information

Why Eurofins?

Eurofins is a global leader in analytical testing, with 62,000+ employees across 900 labs. Our Fresno site plays a critical role in food safety and dairy testing. You’ll join a mission-driven team that values integrity, innovation, and impact—and you’ll have real ownership to grow the business.

Ready to Lead?

Apply now to take charge of a thriving lab and help shape the future of dairy testing at Eurofins.