Laboratory jobs in Malaysia

StemLife Berhad is a leading provider of umbilical cord blood storage solutions and diagnostic services. We believe in the transformative power of stem cell technology. Our mission is to educate and empower parents about the importance of cord blood banking, ensuring a brighter future for families.

• A fulfilling career contributing to the well-being of families.
• Hybrid work model with flexible hours.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Wellness Benefit - fixed amount for various wellness benefits such as dental and optical coverage, gym, medical screenings, and more.
• Medical Plan - comprehensive medical insurance coverage; life insurance ranging from 100k to 600k.
• Birthday Benefit - birthday leave in addition to monthly celebrations.
• Umbilical Cord Blood Banking Programme - complimentary Umbilical Cord Blood and Cord Lining Banking Programme.
• Important Life Event Welfare - support through significant life moments.
• Long Service Award - recognition for long-serving colleagues.
• Teambuilding & Annual Dinner - opportunities to engage with colleagues.

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Deputy Lab Director to lead our laboratory facilities. You will set the technical and technological direction, manage operations, and drive continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will align with StemLife Berhad’s vision and be inspired by the impact they can make on families' lives.

• Set the technical and technological direction to support corporate and business objectives.
• Manage designated lab facilities, ensuring adherence to internal, accreditation/certification standards, and local authority guidelines.
• Evaluate the processing data to ensure product safety and efficacy.
• Oversee lab operations, including resource management, budget planning, and implementation.
• Drive new process development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead new projects and technology evaluation/development as directed.
• Provide scientific, technical, and/or operational insights for new product, service development, technologies and processes.
• Develop and deliver training, continuing education programs, and speaking engagements.
• Interface with doctors and clients as required.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

• PhD in Allergy & Immunology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Biomedical/Biotechnology, or any other relevant life sciences field.
• Minimum 5 years working experience in pathology in the scope of cell therapy, haematology, microbiology and virology; 3 years at a supervisory level.

• Knowledge of AABB, FACT-NETCORD, MS ISO-15189 and other relevant accreditation/regulatory standards.
• Understanding and working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in cell manipulation.
• Experience in an accredited/licensed cellular therapy facility or related healthcare industry (1–2 years is advantageous).
• Demonstrated leadership attributes; good interpersonal and communication skills.

If you are passionate about making a significant difference in families' lives and resonate with StemLife Berhad's vision, please submit your application.