At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in molecular diagnostics, ensuring quality and efficiency in testing workflows.
- Company: Join Alderley Lighthouse Labs, a cutting-edge laboratory in Cheadle Park.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, company pension, health programmes, and free parking.
- Other info: Permanent, full-time role with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare by implementing new technologies and leading a dedicated team.
- Qualifications: MSc or higher in a relevant field with significant experience in molecular diagnostics.
The predicted salary is between 48000 - 58000 £ per year.
Alderley Lighthouse Labs has an exciting opportunity for a Molecular Lead to join our team at our state-of-the-art laboratory based in Cheadle Park. This is a permanent, full-time role working between the hours of 8am – 6pm Monday to Friday.
Job Summary
Responsibilities
- Overseeing the Molecular Diagnostic testing workflow from sample reception to results reporting via the laboratory information management system.
- Leading a team of Biomedical Scientists and Laboratory Scientists to ensure high standards and prompt turnaround times.
- Working with the Quality Team in maintaining all aspects of quality in the Molecular Laboratory, adhering to ISO 15189 and GCLP standards including leading the team in accreditation inspections.
- Performing audits, investigating incidents, contributing to laboratory documentation using the quality management system.
- Managing equipment maintenance and reagent/consumable stock.
- Implementing new technologies and novel assays.
Required
- MSc or higher qualification in a relevant discipline
- Significant, current experience working in a molecular diagnostic laboratory
- Thorough knowledge of manual and automated molecular diagnostic techniques
- Experience managing a team
Essential
- HCPC Biomedical Scientist registration
- Minimum of 2 years experience as a Senior BMS in a relevant role
- Experience of UKAS assessment processes.
- Use of an eQMS system.
- Experience in managing quality objectives
Compensation and Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £48,000.00-£58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
Experience:
- People Management: 3 years (required)
- Molecular Biology: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- HCPC registration (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Molecular Lead Senior BMS employer: Alderley Lighthouse Labs Ltd
Alderley Lighthouse Labs is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our cutting-edge laboratory in Cheadle Park. We prioritise employee well-being with comprehensive benefits such as private medical insurance, a robust health and wellbeing programme, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team culture. Join us to lead innovative molecular diagnostics while enjoying a fulfilling career that values quality and excellence.
Contact Details:
Alderley Lighthouse Labs Ltd Recruitment Team
