Laboratory Services Manager
Cambridge
Permanent
Are you an experienced Laboratory Services Manager skilled with Testing & Quality Control? If you have experience of working to GMP, FDA and ISO standards this is a great opportunity to join a market leader within Contract Research.
Your Day to Day
* Serve as a member of the Leadership Team.
* Manage the activities of the Laboratory Department to ensure optimal performance of the group/function, in compliance with GMP standards.
* Oversee the daily testing routine, including QC and customer contract services for bacterial endotoxin testing, sterility, and bioburden testing for both traditional and rapid methods.
* Coordinate the laboratory testing schedule and assign tasks or projects to team members as applicable.
* Establish efficient work procedures and processes that support both company and departmental standards and procedures.
* Develop and monitor department performance metrics, operational goals, and improvement initiatives.
* Take responsibility for hiring, developing, and conducting performance discussions with laboratory team members, including performance reviews, probation reviews, and career development planning.
* Implement continuous improvement methods to enhance area operations, efficiency, and service to both internal and external stakeholders.
* Ensure adherence to relevant regulatory and client requirements (e.g., GMP, FDA, ISO) as well as departmental policies, practices, and procedures.
* Coordinate training and proficiency planning to ensure the laboratory team is adequately trained to perform tests efficiently and safely.
About You
* Minimum of BSc in Microbiology, Biology, or a related discipline.
* At least 5 years of experience managing teams in a GMP pharmaceutical microbiology laboratory setting.
* Strong practical experience with bacterial endotoxin testing and microbial testing methods (sterility and bioburden).
* People management experience is required.
* Proficiency in Microsoft programs such as Word and Excel.
* Demonstrated ability in problem solving and conflict resolution.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Experience with rapid microbial methods is an advantage.
* Familiarity with various program applications/QMS platforms such as Pilgrim, Trackwise, and LIMS is preferred.