Laboratory Manager

Hyper Recruitment Solutions; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental company in Cambridge is seeking a Laboratory Manager. The successful candidate will oversee laboratory staff management, ensure data accuracy according to ISO standards, and lead continuous improvements in laboratory effectiveness. This role offers a great opportunity for those with a relevant chemistry background looking to advance their careers.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Chemistry or a closely related discipline.
• Proven industry experience in managing a chemistry laboratory.
• Practical experience within an ISO 17025 environment.

Responsibilities

• Support line management of staff for accurate data generation and compliance.
• Assist in maintenance of specific analytical instrumentation.
• Continuously improve laboratory effectiveness and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Data Accuracy

Quality Compliance

ISO 17025

Education

Relevant degree in Chemistry or closely related discipline

Job description

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Role Overview

We are currently looking for a Laboratory Manager to join a leading Environmental company based in the Cambridge area. As the Laboratory Manager, you will be responsible for leadership and line management of staff across the Chemistry Laboratory.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Your duties as the Laboratory Manager will be varied. The key duties and responsibilities are:

1. Support line management of staff to ensure the generation of accurate and timely data in line with client expectations and ISO 17025:2017 (UKAS) and MCERTS standards.
2. Assist in maintenance programmes for the Department's specific analytical instrumentation and other analytical equipment used by the Department.
3. Manage the performance, training, and development of staff, including conducting appraisals in line with company policies (including holiday and absence management).
4. Continuously improve and develop the effectiveness and efficiencies of the laboratory in cooperation with the Quality Department and other departments, following H&S regulations with a focus on COSHH.

Role Requirements

To be successful in your application for the Laboratory Manager position, we are looking for the following profile and experience:

1. Relevant degree in Chemistry or a closely related discipline.
2. Proven industry experience in managing a chemistry laboratory; experience in a contract testing business is desirable but not essential.
3. Practical experience within an ISO 17025 environment.

Key Words: Chemistry, Organic, Inorganic, Management, Manager, ISO 17025, Environmental, Cambridge, Suffolk.