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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in laboratory management, ensuring compliance with ISO 17025 and environmental regulations while optimizing workflows and team performance. Proven ability to lead high-volume operations, manage large teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
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Laboratory Management ExperienceISO 17025 ComplianceLIMS Systems ProficiencyTeam Leadership and DevelopmentAnalytical Method Development
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Hard Skills
Laboratory Operations OversightInstrument TroubleshootingData InterpretationAnalytical Method DevelopmentPerformance Tracking and ReportingRegulatory ComplianceP&L ManagementOrganic and Inorganic Analytical MethodsPreventative MaintenanceHigh-Throughput Operations Management
Soft Skills
Strong Organizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDecision-Making SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsClient Relationship Management
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeLIMSLaboratory EquipmentAutomated Reporting Systems
Industry Keywords
Environmental Laboratory ExperienceISO 17025NELACDoD ComplianceKPI TrackingContinuous ImprovementOperational ExcellenceSafety Compliance
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Oversee daily laboratory operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and timely project completion
- Provide technical guidance on instrument troubleshooting, method development, and data interpretation
- Ensure proper use, calibration, and performance of laboratory instrumentation
- Support development and implementation of new analytical methods
- Lead a high-volume production laboratory to meet turnaround time and on-time delivery goals
- Monitor workflow, sample volume, and resource allocation across departments
- Establish, track, and report KPIs including TAT, backlog, capacity, and productivity
- Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements
- Partner with department supervisors to prioritize workload and meet client expectations and contractual deadlines
- Drive accountability and continuous improvement focused on operational excellence and customer satisfaction
- Ensure compliance with ISO 17025, NELAC, DoD, and other applicable regulatory standards
- Partner with QA to maintain and improve laboratory quality systems
- Monitor regulatory updates and communicate requirements to staff
- Support audits and inspections
- Oversee laboratory facility operations and maintain a safe, compliant, efficient environment
- Coordinate preventative maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and building systems
- Work with vendors and internal teams to maintain service contracts and resolve issues
- Implement improvements to laboratory layout, utilities, and workflow efficiency
- Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 50+ laboratory personnel
- Oversee hiring, training, performance evaluations, and staffing levels
- Serve as a technical resource for client inquiries and data interpretation
- Support project management and sales teams with technical expertise
- Assist with proposals, QAPPs, SOWs, and client presentations
- Optimize laboratory workflows, systems, and data management processes
- Collaborate with IT to support LIMS and automated reporting
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related science (required)
- Minimum 5 years of laboratory management experience
- Environmental laboratory experience strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of ISO 17025 and environmental regulations
- Experience with LIMS systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
- Understanding of organic and inorganic analytical methods
- Proven success managing large teams (50+ staff)
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and client relationship skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage high-throughput operations and meet performance targets
- Experience with managing P&L (preferred)
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
- Occasional overtime, evenings, or weekend work may be required
- Hands-on use of laboratory and computer equipment
- Must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country applied for, or hold or be able to obtain a valid working visa
Benefits
Comp & perks- Programs and opportunities to develop new skills and build a diverse career
- Safe, flexible and rewarding career
- Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process upon request