At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead quality improvement initiatives and drive process optimisation in histopathology laboratories.
- Company: Innovative organisation at the forefront of digital pathology and laboratory services.
- Benefits: Exciting contract role with opportunities for professional growth and impact.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on technology and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare by enhancing quality systems and patient outcomes.
- Qualifications: Experience in ISO 15189 accredited labs and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Contract Opportunity | Oxfordshire (Full time on site) Duration - 12-18 months
Are you passionate about laboratory quality, process excellence, and driving continuous improvement within accredited healthcare environments? We're supporting an innovative organisation operating at the forefront of digital pathology and laboratory services, seeking an experienced Lab Quality & Process Improvement Lead to play a key role in enhancing quality systems, laboratory performance, and operational excellence across accredited histopathology laboratory operations.
In this role, you will:
- Lead quality improvement initiatives across laboratory and digital pathology workflows
- Drive root cause investigations, CAPA implementation, and data-driven process optimisation
- Champion Lean, Six Sigma, DMAIC, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Support and maintain ISO 15189 accreditation and quality management systems
- Evaluate and improve end-to-end laboratory processes from customer onboarding through service delivery
- Partner with laboratory, operations, quality, and technology teams to implement innovative solutions and automation initiatives
- Contribute to the adoption of AI-enabled technologies within pathology and laboratory environments
We're keen to speak with professionals who have:
- Experience within ISO 15189 accredited histopathology laboratories
- Strong understanding of laboratory quality management systems and UKAS requirements
- Experience with digital pathology, laboratory workflows, and LIMS platforms
- Proven success leading quality improvement, compliance, audit, and process optimisation projects
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, coaching, and leadership skills
- Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, DMAIC, Kaizen, or similar methodologies (certification beneficial)
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and innovative environment where quality, technology, and patient outcomes are at the heart of everything they do.
If you'd like to learn more, please get in touch directly or send me a message for a confidential discussion.
Histopathology Laboratory Quality and Process Improvement Lead in Banbury employer: Planet Pharma
Join a pioneering organisation in Oxfordshire that is dedicated to advancing laboratory quality and process excellence within the healthcare sector. With a strong focus on innovation, employee development, and a collaborative work culture, this company offers unique opportunities for professional growth while championing cutting-edge technologies in digital pathology. Experience a fulfilling career where your contributions directly impact patient outcomes and operational success.
