Job Ref: 214102052

Date: 2021-07-01 12:30:36

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We are currently working in partnership with the flagship COVID-19 Laboratory based in Milton Keynes. We are recruiting for Section Managers for an immediate start!

Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2022 (may be extended beyond this date)

Shift Pattern: Rotational shift pattern including days (8am-8pm), nights (8pm-8am) and will involve working weekdays and weekends

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

The post holder will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a section associated with the daily testing of samples.

Reporting to the Shift Manager on a daily basis, they assume responsibility for the Section Supervisor and Laboratory Assistants and will have overarching responsibility for managing and training laboratory staff.

Working closely with senior members, the post holder will manage and continue to develop the current testing processes, to ensure work in the laboratory is undertaken safely, efficiently and to the quality standards required of ISO15189:2012 laboratory accreditation.

This will require the post holder to be able to create and review technical documents/SOPs in line with the above accreditation using the laboratory QMS.

You will be required to assist with troubleshooting and helping to ensure the validity and quality of results to the highest standards.

The role will suit an enthusiastic individual, who is a proven team player with experience in molecular biology methods and people management. The post holder will be responsible for liaising between the Training/Quality Co-ordinator and the Section Supervisors, regularly reviewing the training processes and maintaining competencies. This role will also require you to line manage a team of staff to aid development and progression.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible to manage the Section Supervisor and Lab Assistants in their section

Responsible for arranging training for new staff and maintaining training records and competencies

Liaising with the Shift Manager and senior members when errors and non-conformances arise from the section

Troubleshooting any technical issues within the section

Monitoring process changes and managing communication with Section Supervisors and staff across all teams

Performing validations of reagents

Create and review SOPs, amend as necessary and update staff on any changes to procedures

Ensure all Health & Safety procedures are followed correctly

Support the Shift Manager and deputise if required

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

BSc Honours degree in a biological science

Experience of maintaining documents and procedures within laboratory accreditation specifications (ISO15189:2012/ISO17025:2019)

Knowledge and experience of Health & Safety regulations

Exceptional organisational, communication and team-working skills

Experience of training and supervision of staff in a laboratory setting

Experience of line managing people

Experience of using and troubleshooting PCR methods

Positive attitude with proven problem-solving skills

Willingness to participate in 24/7 shift working as required

Be able to commit to the role for a period up until 30th September 21

DESIRABLE CRITERIA:

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

Experience of viral RNA testing using real-time (RT) PCR methodology or end-point PCR

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