At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead quality improvement initiatives and optimise laboratory processes in a cutting-edge environment.
- Company: Innovative organisation at the forefront of digital pathology and laboratory services.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in a dynamic field with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team focused on continuous improvement and technology integration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on healthcare quality and patient outcomes through innovative solutions.
- Qualifications: Experience in ISO 15189 accredited labs and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ 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 employer: Planet Pharma
Join a pioneering organisation in Oxfordshire that prioritises quality and innovation in healthcare. As a Histopathology Laboratory Quality and Process Improvement Lead, you will thrive in a collaborative work culture that champions continuous improvement and professional development, while contributing to cutting-edge advancements in digital pathology. With a strong focus on employee growth and a commitment to excellence, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in accredited laboratory environments.
