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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | AUSTRALIAN BIOTECH INDUSTRY FEBRUARY 2010 |
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Lab Manager |
| Position Code: | 30 | | Career Level: | 3 |
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Responsible for
Managing the operations of a laboratory ensuring the efficient organisation of procedures and policies. |
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Reports To
Quality Assurance Manager, Chief Scientist. |
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Supervises
Laboratory Supervisors, Laboratory Technicians. |
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Main Activities
Ensuring the efficiency and quality of operations within the organisation concerning the laboratory environment such as machinery repairs, maintenance of relevant manuals and the development of internal tracking systems - for equipment and stock.
Supervising laboratory staff to ensure standard operating procedures are followed.
Managing Administrative/Human Resources functions such as recruitment, induction, arranging timetables, purchasing and storing scientific journals.
Organising the handling and disposal of hazardous waste such as radioactive and biological material.
Ordering supplies as required and arranging the necessary permits and licences for purchases.
Participating in the development and production of staff safety manuals. Will ensure safety procedures are adhered to and alert management to any safety concerns.
Participating in regular audits of the organisations procedures, methods and training levels.
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Key Skills
Advanced management and administrative skills.
Strong organisational and communication skills.
Ability to identify, develop and review operating procedures.
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Internal Contacts
Principal Scientist, Senior Scientists, Laboratory Staff. |
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External Contacts
Resource and Service Providers, Relevant Authorities. |
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Typical Experience
Will have at least 5 years relevant experience coupled with a university degree in a science discipline. |
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