Laboratory Supervisor - Throughput DNA Sequencing

Laboratory Supervisor – High Throughput DNA Sequencing

Apply for the Laboratory Supervisor – High Throughput DNA Sequencing role at Revvity.

The role of Laboratory Supervisor involves managing daily laboratory operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality genomic analysis, and maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards. The successful candidate will play a key role in fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement within our laboratory environment.

• Lead and line manage laboratory technicians, providing guidance and technical support in the execution of pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical test processes.
• Coordinate with management to plan for staff scheduling and specimen receipt to meet defined operational requirements for the day.
• Support laboratory technicians during testing and act as a point of escalation for specimen and instrument issues, troubleshooting routine problems and escalating breakdowns when necessary.
• Identify and report non-conformities and adverse events as critical components of the lab's quality performance indicators, ensuring continuous monitoring and improvement of quality standards.
• Achieve turnaround time (TAT) targets and minimize invalid result reporting as essential key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Oversee continuous process and service improvements and collaborate with R&D to propose and implement new strategies and technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Lead the laboratory’s quality assurance programs, including audit preparation, policy development, and corrective action plans for non-conformances.
• Ensure instruments are in service, reagents are qualified, and PPE is stocked and staff training is up to date.
• Maintain continuous oversight of laboratory inventory levels and report to management in a timely manner.
• Assist in maintaining ISO 15189 and other accreditation standards.

• M.Sc or M.Res. degree or equivalent with specialized training and experience in molecular genetics, molecular biology, molecular pathology, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of clinical experience in genomics or molecular biology, including significant experience with high-throughput DNA sequencing and nucleic acid–based assays, within a commercial, academic, or government laboratory.
• Previous supervisory or management experience in a laboratory setting is essential.
• Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory accreditation standards, particularly ISO 15189, and experience maintaining compliance with these and other regulatory requirements.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to mentor, motivate, and guide a team toward achieving excellence in laboratory operations.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with a strong practical understanding of clinical laboratory practices, protocols, and safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is highly desirable.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical inference, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; solve practical problems and interpret diverse instructions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel; operation of laboratory computer systems.
• Effective interpersonal communication between departments and co-workers; knowledge of quality control practices and regulatory agencies (UKAS, ISO 15189, CAP, etc.).

• Clinical laboratory environment; exposure to blood borne pathogens and hazardous chemicals; must wear personal protective equipment including lab coat, gloves, and closed footwear.
• Weekend rotation may be required.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

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