Laboratory Manager

Based in London

£33,000 - £38,000 + Excellent Benefits

Permanent Position

Do you have experience of laboratory management?

Would you like to work for a fast-growing Biotechnology company in London?

My client is a specialist in PCR, both testing and the research and development of cutting-edge DNA and RNA amplification technologies. They boast a class leading range of products and services both on market and within their research and development pipeline.

Due to continued expansion, they are looking to hire a Laboratory Manager, to manage the day-to-day laboratory facility and infrastructure.

Specific Responsibilities of the Laboratory Manager will be;

• Maintain stocks of reagents, plasticware, chemicals and other consumables for routine testing, production and research and development.
• Scheduling maintenance, repairs and calibration in accordance with the Quality Management System.
• Purchasing new scientific equipment and lab consumable.
• Ensure compliance with the Quality Management System, investigating nonconformities and supplier complaints alongside the QA team.
• Maintain equipment records according to Quality Management System.
• Initiate, approve, close corrective actions.
• Assist in training new members of the laboratory team.

To be considered for the Laboratory Manager role you'll need the following skills, experience and qualifications;

• A degree, masters or Ph.D. in a biological subject, such as molecular biology, biochemistry, biology, cell biology or similar, or have equivalent working experience.
• A good understanding of molecular biology techniques, such as PCR
• Experience contributing to the management of a life sciences laboratory
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with an interdisciplinary group.
• Experience of negotiating with suppliers would be an advantage.
• Experience of working to ISO9001 and/or ISO13485, GMP/GLP Quality Management Systems would be an advantage.
• Good general IT skills, including MS office are essential.

In return my client offers an exciting and sociable working environment, with a company that has seen considerable growth over the last few years.

Please apply online or contact Neil Walton at CY Partners on (phone number removed) or at (url removed)