Job Ref: 212995467

Date: 2021-01-11 11:53:55

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We are currently working in partnership with a high profile government sponsored national project in the Milton Keynes area. They are seeking a Laboratory Operations Manager.

Seeking an individual experienced in laboratory operations, who is a proven team leader, to manage the personnel and processes in the laboratories. Reporting to the Head of Laboratory Operations, you will ensure that lab processes are carried out safely, efficiently and to the quality standards required of ISO15189:2012 laboratory accreditation. You will have line management responsibility for senior laboratory technicians.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Deputise for the Head of Laboratory Operations as required.

2. Provide technical expertise to the laboratory operation.

3. With the assistance of senior laboratory technicians, manage staff in the laboratories.

4. Responsibility for the management, training and development of all laboratory staff.

5. Accountable for overseeing the effective management and assessment of training and ongoing competency assessments of the laboratory staff in line with the organisation’s procedures.

6. Create and review technical documents and SOPs compliant with the ISO15189:2012 standard using the laboratory QMS.

7. Assist management in ensuring that compliance with organisational quality standards and H&S requirements are maintained.

8. Pursue a programme of continuous professional development in accordance with any relevant professional registration.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

1. BSc Honours degree in a biological science.

2. Evidence of ability to troubleshoot issues and carry out appropriate corrective actions/investigations.

3. Experience of maintaining documents and procedures within laboratory accreditation specifications (ISO15189:2012).

4. Proven experience of managing people and dealing with employee relation issues effectively.

5. Experience of training and supervising staff in a laboratory setting.

6. Ability to deliver and record training in accordance with the organisation’s procedures.

7. Evidence of excellent communication and extensive team-working skills.

8. Evidence of excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA:

1. Experience of using liquid handling robots (e.g. TECAN liquid handling systems).

2. Experience of viral RNA testing using real-time (RT) PCR methodology.

3. Extensive experience of supervising a team in a laboratory setting.

4. Higher-level degree or professional qualification (e.g. MSc, Higher Specialist portfolio).

5. Experience of Health and Safety regulations and procedures

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