Lab Operations & Safety Compliance Lead

KPJ Healthcare University; Penang; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Healthcare Berhad in Malaysia is seeking a Laboratory Operations professional to manage lab facilities, safety, and quality processes. The role includes coordinating external projects, supporting educational programs, and ensuring equipment maintenance.

You will supervise lab activities, assist academic staff, and ensure compliance with lab safety and quality standards. A degree in Medical Science or Pharmaceutical Science is required, with preference for those with lab experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Medical Science or Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent is required.
• Previous laboratory-based experience is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are essential.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in external projects and consultancy for laboratory facilities.
• Coordinate CPD/workshops organised by the school.
• Ensure lab bookings and proper submission of lab indent forms.
• Prepare and conduct laboratory sessions (chemicals, apparatus, and equipment).
• Assist academic staff and train lab staff and students on equipment and procedures.
• Ensure calibration/maintenance of equipment as scheduled.
• Perform monthly stock checks of equipment/chemicals; document results.
• Procure, document purchases and verify safe arrival of items.
• Maintain Lab Safety Plan, SDS, PPE usage and related quality documents.
• Participate in internal/external activities and committees.
• Support in audits and quality management processes.
• Contribute to waste disposal management and reporting.

Skills

Computer literacy

Communication skill

Chemical handling

Microbiological handling

Drug handling

Change and risk management

Project management

Security and compliance

Documentation and reporting

Lab instrument handling

Safety knowledge

First aid

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Degree in Medical Science/ Pharmaceutical Science

Tools

Job description

KPJ Healthcare Berhad in Malaysia is seeking a Laboratory Operations professional to manage lab facilities, safety, and quality processes. The role includes coordinating external projects, supporting educational programs, and ensuring equipment maintenance.

You will supervise lab activities, assist academic staff, and ensure compliance with lab safety and quality standards. A degree in Medical Science or Pharmaceutical Science is required, with preference for those with lab experience.