Clinical Laboratory Manager

Randox; Antrim; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in diagnostics and healthcare is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Manager at their Randox Science Park location. The successful candidate will oversee laboratory functions, ensuring compliance with quality standards while leading a team. This full-time role requires strong leadership and technical expertise, along with relevant degree qualifications and experience in diagnostic testing.

Qualifications

• Qualified to at least degree level in life sciences.
• Experience in diagnostic testing and reagent applications.
• Previous laboratory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure laboratory testing adheres to regulatory standards.
• Supervise laboratory staff, conduct appraisals, and deliver training.
• Review performance of lab instruments and data analysis.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong leadership skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Biomedical Science, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Immunology or Life Science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

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Clinical Laboratory Manager (Job Ref: 25N/CLSP)

Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations in Diagnostics and Healthcare globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland for the second consecutive year in the Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies List for 2024. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Clinical Laboratory Manager within our clinical laboratory services team.

Location: Randox Science Park (30 Randalstown Road, Antrim, BT41 4LF).

Contract Offered: Full-time, permanent

Working Hours / Shifts: 8.40am to 5.20pm, Monday to Friday, however some flexibility will be required.


What does this role involve?

This role is responsible for the operational and laboratory functions within the Randox Clinical Laboratory Services laboratory. Some of the key duties include:

• Ensuring that all laboratory based testing for Clinical diagnostics and clinical trial samples is conducted accurately in conjunction with RCLS standard operating procedures and in-line with ISO/IEC 17025, ISOIEC 15189, GCP and MHRA Good Clinical Practice.
• Liaising with the Quality Personnel ensuring that effective collection and testing procedures are in place which meet the requirements of the various regulatory bodies and international standards.
• Review IQC & EQA Performance in parallel for all instruments across all clinical lab sites and take remedial action when significant deviations from the lab’s established performance are identified.
• Ensuring the meeting of deadlines and turn around times for all projects.
• Providing advice and guidance on technical issues associated with clinical diagnostic testing and analysis of clinical trial samples.
• Ensuring that all the necessary quality control checks are completed daily and that they meet both internal and external criteria.
• Daily supervision of the laboratory staff, including conducting appraisals and delivering training.
• Review & trend analytical data generated by the lab for patient results.
• Evaluate each labs/instrument capacity on a regular basis to improve/maintain efficiency within each lab.
• Ensuring that the integrity of all samples is adhered to at all times.
• Writing of new Standard Operation Procedure and Work Instructions within the department.
• Liaising with clients and ensuring that they are receiving the best possible service.
• Provide guidance and approval for development of new test methods in line with regulatory requirements.

Who can apply?

Essential criteria:

• Qualified to at least degree level in Biomedical Science, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Immunology or a Life Science.
• Experience in diagnostic testing and reagent applications.
• Previous laboratory experience.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong leaderships skills and a high level of self motivation.
• Knowledge of a variety of software packages including Microsoft packages such as Excel, Outlook and Word.

Desirable:

• Previous managerial experience
• Previous experience managing a laboratory
• Previous experience in a clinical testing laboratory
• Working knowledge of quality systems
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety, including CoSHH