Laboratory Team Leader

Job Description

Job responsibilities:

• Overlooking the lab platform consisting of two or more departments.
• Optimizing NGS protocols and automation of laboratory procedures.
• To confirm with all site quality management systems and health & safety procedures (ISO17025, GCLP, Human Tissue Act (2004))
• Monitor project progress and quality, effectively communicate with relevant teams/departments; ensure projects are delivered within the turnaround time (TAT) and meet the quality requirement
• Formulate and update the production plans according to projection, arrange pipeline to ensure smooth operation.
• Instruct team leaders to carry out production data summary and statistical analysis. Ensure all relevant information are documented and archived. Be responsible for conducting department’s reports
• Establish responsibilities for members by roles and technical levels, supervise them to perform their duties
• Other tasks assigned by line manager.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, biotechnology, or similar subject is required, with a minimum of five-year production laboratory experience and two year team management experience of more than 10 staff.
• Strong teamwork ethic and the commitment to successfully deliver to tight deadlines are essential.
• High accuracy and attention to detail are a must for both laboratory and office-based work.
• A strong and open communication skills is essential.
• Fluent operating Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and PowerPoints is essential.
• Experience of using Laboratory information management systems (LIMS) is advantageous.
• Experience in PCR, qPCR and Next- Sequencing (NGS)-based analysis is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Chinese is preferable for HQ reporting.