LABORATORY MANAGER - GCLP / RESEARCH

Gyroscope ,
London, Greater London
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JOIN OUR VISIONARY TEAM AS OUR NEW LABORATORY MANAGER - GCLP / RESEARCH We discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines to preserve people's sight and fight the devastating impact of blindness around the world. OUR PROMISE TO PATIENTS - IS BIG Gyroscope was created to bring the right people and resources together to fundamentally change the lives of patients suffering from retinal diseases. We know that our people, with their passion for patients, will drive to deliver on this promise. Our ultimate goal for our patients is Vision For Life and you will be a vital contributor. Objectives and Purpose of this Opportunity We are currently seeking a highly motivated Laboratory Manager to join our Research team. This position will report into the Senior Manager for the GCLP laboratory. The lab manager will serve as the point-of-contact person to support all lab operations, equipment acquisition and maintenance, space organisation, and GxP and safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have multiple years of experience of managing a busy laboratory environment, preferably within a regulated laboratory environment such as GCP/GMP/GLP or ISO15189. The position will be based in central London. The position is full time or part-time. Key Accountabilities and Major Duties (Technical and Functional) * Point-of-contact person for the Research laboratory team. Manages all operational aspects within the laboratory. * Develops, implements, manages, and coordinates lab policies and procedures to ensure efficiency, productivity, and quality in the laboratory. * Coordinates with research staff on issues which impact lab functions. * Sets up and maintains lab equipment coordinating with service engineers when required * Maintain equipment inventory * Support equipment acquisitions (include collecting quotes for CAPEX items, coordinate installations and user training * Serve as a main contact person to set up and oversee the lab environmental monitoring system * If required, establish and manage user's calendar for commonly used instruments * Manage lab supplies/commonly used reagents and maintain inventory. Coordinate shipping and delivery requests for team members as needed. * Oversee lab space organisation and maintenance. * Coordinate potential lab expansion or relocation. * Support new hire onboarding process and coordinate data transfer and storage during off-boarding. * Serves as GCLP laboratory coordinator and oversee GxP and lab safety compliance: * Ensure the standard operating procedures (SOPs) and protocols are maintained and applied. * Host and facilitates regulatory inspections, audits (internal and external), assist in strategic planning, business development, and expansion initiatives * Writes SOPs, manage lab-based training and maintains oversight for training records * Support centralised laboratory activities such as autoclave, liquid nitrogen, media preparation * Serves as EHS safety officer, conduct laboratory safety inspection and ensure safety compliance * Serves as fire office (for the lab) * In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. Education, Knowledge and Skills * Qualified candidates will hold a BA/BSc or MSc in a science-based discipline plus 6 years of relevant professional experience * A combination of experience that includes working in a GxP or regulated setting is strongly desired. * Laboratory management experience is required. * Must be proficient with MS Office, Share Point, Adobe editor/PDF creation software. * Hands-on experience in and understanding of immunology and molecular biological assays. * Experience managing laboratories and equipment, including budget and supply inventory. * Ability to possess and maintain a professional demeanour and ensure the confidentiality of sensitive information at all times. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Excellent organisational skills, detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task. * Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to develop a realistic action plan. * Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment with varying/changing priorities. * Ability to prioritise and plan work activities. * Being a team player with a 'can-do' attitude is a must. * M.Sc./B.Sc. in a relevant biological science and 6+ years relevant work experience as a minimum Come and join our journey Apply for this Job

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