Laboratory Director

Job Description

A leading company in the biotechnology industry is currently seeking a Laboratory Director to join their team. The role will be challenging but also highly rewarding and this leader will be a key voice in the company.

For the right executive, this is a fantastic opportunity with great growth prospects. Key duties include :

1) Oversee daily maintenance, calibration and operation of laboratory instrumentation and instrumentation software

2) Be responsible for the validation and reporting of COAs within the company's timelines

3) Oversee and manage laboratory budgets and optimize expenses

4) Manage and perform all laboratory testing

5) Maintain laboratory accreditations and licensing requirements

6) Maintain all required records for operations, licensing, and accreditations

7) Develop and ensure compliance with company and state policies, standard operating procedures and test methods

8) Develop and maintain laboratory policy and procedure manuals, quality procedures, operating procedures, written workflows, equipment-specific requirements, training, auditing all written documents and workflows and implementing new systems and procedures, as needed

9) Supervise laboratory staff schedules and train laboratory staff

10) Ensure compliance with instrumentation maintenance, including warranties, and schedule and manage preventative maintenance.

11) Oversee the Laboratory Information Management System and general records management

12) Be responsible for onboarding of new accreditation and testing requirements

13) Research new test methods and improve test efficiency

14) Comply with the company's policies and procedures

15) Ensure company standards for quality and turn-around times for testing services

16) Address issues and make timely, responsible, transparent and sound decisions

17) Involve others in formulating solutions to issues by gathering relevant information and conducting appropriate analyses, which includes responsibility for outcomes and impact of decisions

18) Prepare and review regulatory, managerial and operational reports

19) Maintain strict confidentiality in all appropriate situations

20) Monitor expenditures and receivables to meet company financial goals

21) Work with the Director of Operations to develop and train a highly skilled workforce based on organizational goals, budget considerations, and staffing needs

22) Work with the Director of Operations to ensure that employees are appropriately recruited, including hiring, daily management, discipline, promotions, and training.

23) Work with the Director of Operations to create and maintain annual work plans, monitor employee performance, complete periodic evaluations, counsel, and discipline as necessary in accordance with guidelines

24) Oversee and prepare employee schedules, including leave, to ensure adequate staffing to effectively handle daily and emergency response activities

25) Provide appropriate laboratory resources and support to ensure that the workforce can meet current and future business needs

26) Coordinate with the Account Executive Team to proactively assess and resolve client complaints and inquiries

27) Attend and lead company-required team meetings

28) Compile and prepare reports and analyses setting forth progress, trends, and appropriate recommendations or conclusions as requested by the Executive Management

29) Collaborate with the Laboratory Manager in the management of equipment and supply inventory

30) Manage department costs and efficiencies

31) Work with the Executive Management on budgets and forecasts

32) Create a positive work environment that fosters strong team member engagement and respect in the workplace

33) Perform other duties as assigned

Critical Requirements

1) A university degree is required. Although all candidates are welcome and encouraged to apply, preference will be given to those with degrees in a relevant field

2) Appropriate full-time work experience is mandatory (no students or fresh graduates please)

3) Recent experience in the biotechnology industry is strongly preferred

4) Preference will be given to candidates with recent experience in research and development

If you are qualified and looking to work with a well-established company - one of the top names in the industry - you should not let this opportunity pass by.

However, for this Laboratory Director role, you must be someone who is experienced and passionate about research and development.

Compensation and Other Details

Base Salary : Highly competitive package, commensurate with experience

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• Published on 09 Oct 2023, 11 : 30 AM
29 days ago