Senior Laboratory Manager Miral

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Operations and Daily Oversight

• Direct day-to-day laboratory operations with hands-on presence to ensure seamless workflow execution and sample prioritization.
• Oversee comprehensive diagnostic testing including hematology, biochemistry, microbiology, and molecular biology to guarantee accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with clinical standards.
• Serve as the primary point of escalation for operational and technical challenges, resolving issues promptly to maintain service continuity.
• Monitor and enforce adherence to approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and quality benchmarks across all testing disciplines.

People Management & Supervision

• Lead and supervise Laboratory Technologists, including roster management, workload allocation, and performance oversight.
• Develop and maintain staff competency through targeted training, mentorship, and adherence to defined scopes of practice.
• Provide constructive coaching, feedback, and corrective guidance to foster professional growth and accountability.
• Collaborate with Pathology and QHSE leadership to support succession planning and career development initiatives.

Processes, Systems & Implementation

• Design and implement efficient laboratory workflows and operational processes aligned with best practices.
• Partner with QHSE to ensure robust SOPs, risk assessments, and training frameworks are effectively embedded and auditable.
• Identify and address operational gaps or inefficiencies, driving corrective actions to enhance productivity and compliance.
• Ensure audit readiness by maintaining consistent adherence to quality systems and regulatory standards.

Equipment, Consumables & Procurement

• Oversee laboratory equipment functionality, calibration schedules, and maintenance to ensure optimal performance.
• Manage consumables and reagent inventories to prevent operational disruptions and ensure supply continuity.
• Lead procurement activities, including purchase requisitions and vendor negotiations, in collaboration with Procurement and Finance.
• Enforce proper storage, handling, and usage protocols for laboratory materials in compliance with safety and quality guidelines.

Quality Control, Safety & Collaboration

• Foster a culture of safety, professionalism, and accountability within the laboratory team.
• Initiate immediate corrective actions for identified safety or quality risks, ensuring compliance with established protocols.
• Work closely with QHSE on incident response, training, and corrective measures while retaining accountability for outcomes.
• Collaborate with Pathology, Animal Health, Rescue, and Research teams to optimize sample handling and communication workflows.

Other

• Contribute to research initiatives, diagnostic advancements, and data management to elevate laboratory capabilities.
• Ensure all operations uphold the highest standards of scientific integrity, efficiency, and alignment with animal welfare objectives.