149333 Laboratory Manager

Role overview

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the operations of a research, medical or production laboratory to ensure quality standards are met and health and safety standards comply with regulatory frameworks.

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Tasks

• Implements, manages and oversees protocols, and ensures health and safety standards in the laboratory comply with regulatory frameworks
• Maintains laboratory equipment and inventory levels
• Trains technicians on the proper use of equipment and safety procedures to follow in the laboratory
• Manages the daily operations of a laboratory, including the supervision of employees and schedule of activities
• Monitors and ensures all laboratory operations are performed according to specifications
• Reviews the studies, tests and analysis performed in the laboratory
• Plans, organises and coordinates the quality management processes within the laboratory

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