Laboratory Operations Supervisor

LabCorp; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Supervisor I to join our team in Yeshwantpur, Bangalore, Karnataka. The role leads a team within Global Operations, coordinating studies, ensuring GLP/GCP compliance, and driving staff development. Daily activity planning and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Minimum requirements include a Master's in Life Sciences with 5+ years in related environments. Preferred qualifications include a Biotechnology Master’s and demonstrated leadership capabilities in

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Life Sciences required.
• 5+ years of experience in preclinical/clinical research environments.
• Experience with GLP and GCP-regulated operations.
• Leadership and team development experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and coordinates daily activities of the group with other departments.
• Provides feedback, coaching, and performance assessments for direct reports.
• Ensures study plans comply with quality, safety and regulatory standards.
• Supports staff development, recruitment, and onboarding processes.
• Maintains effective communication of study progress and operational updates.
• Participates in meetings, quality controls, and problem-solving actions.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

GLP/GCP

Quality assurance

Communication

Lab operations

Training & development

Education

Master's Degree in Life Sciences

Master’s degree in Biotechnology

Job description

Supervisor I Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives. Labcorp is seeking a Supervisor I to join our team at Yeshwantpur, Bangalore, Karnataka. Work Schedule 2nd Shift - 02:00 PM – 11:00 PM Job Responsibilities People Responsibilities: Provides regular feedback and coaching for all direct reports. Implements the PMD-process: objective setting, assessments, corresponding appraisal interviews, proposal of salary adjustments and promotions. Ensures the compliance of objectives with corporate goals and provides support if expectations are not met. Learns to create the individual development plan of staff in co-operation with the line manager and monitors the staff development. Responsible for the realisation of the probation period process: designation of mentors, monitoring the training phase, regular assessment and appraisal interviews including appropriate documentation. Learns how to and participates in the recruitment process for prospective new team members. Learns to assist in managerial duties in support of upper management as needed Implements diversity goals and initiatives. Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities: Schedules and coordinates proactively and in conjunction with other groups or departments the daily activities of the group and liaises with other groups, sections and departments. Organizes necessary resources for conducting all relevant study or non-study related tasks and participates in the study performance. Assures appropriate communication within the group, particularly for dissemination of information (i.e. Study progress, Facility procedures, Quality, Health and Safety, Business Updates and any other departmental or company communications) Understands and interprets study plans and identifies problems resulting from the study plan or during study conduct and takes appropriate action. Ensures maximum utilization of staff within Global Operations teams & maintaining various metrics related to team operations. Optimizes existing and develops new techniques, methods for study conduct or non-study specific areas and supports their application. Plans, organizes and participates in meetings (i.e. study start-up meetings, coordination meetings, team meetings, and 1:1 meetings) Performs quality controls, assures corrections of errors (incl. documentation) identifies potential problems and optimizes the quality control system. Responsible for constructive responses to reports and questions from Study Direction, QAU, EH&S, clients or regulatory agencies in a timely manner. Performs corrective actions when needed. Provides for safety and welfare of staff and supports/enforces Environmental Health and Safety Policies May be asked to participate in global working groups. Reports all animal welfare concerns and becomes involved in the resolution and appropriate corrective action, when necessary. Provides support, training and guidance for less experienced staff. Learn our cost structure and how to proactively impact it. Participates in meetings, inspections or client visits. Works under occasional supervision. Performs other related duties as needed Minimum Qualifications * Master's Degree in Life Sciences. * 5 or more years of experience in Preclinical and/or Clinical research environments, with demonstrated expertise in GLP and GCP-regulated operations. Preferred Qualifications * Master’s degree in Biotechnology. * 1or more years of experience exhibiting leadership behaviors such as guiding peers, driving cross-functional initiatives, and supporting team development, with readiness to assume formal people management responsibilities. Additional Job Standards Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to effectively manage priorities and operational activities. Effective leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills to lead teams and work collaboratively across functions. Proficient in using software applications and operational systems to support daily operations, reporting, and resource planning Strong Knowledge of departmental tasks of Animal House Operations, including laboratory animal care and husbandry, animal welfare, dosing procedures, sample collection, dispensary functions, facility operations, and coordination with pathology, histology, necropsy, and analytical support teams. Advanced knowledge of Animal Welfare Act, GLP principles, and applicable regulatory agency guidelines, with responsibility for maintaining compliance, supporting study conduct, and ensuring high standards of animal care and operational quality. Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. 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