Job Description Summary:
The Assistant Lab Manager will be responsible to plan, manage and supervises the activities of a centralized laboratory and performs standard biological, microbiological and chemical tests in all areas of medical laboratory to assure their delivery in an accurate and timely fashion using proper safety precautions.
Maintain sufficient inventory of supplies to prevent work delays
Manage department resources
Accurately process and analyze samples in a time efficient manner
Follow procedures outlined in the laboratory work instructions
Prepare media and solutions used in the laboratory
Enter samples and results into data management system or applicable data entry forms
Can perform all routine departmental tests as directed by lab management
Responsible for scheduling and prioritizing samples within their department
Report results to laboratory management
Act as a liaison between production facilities and laboratory management
Responsible for the quality of work performed as well as the quality of the product produced.
Follow company policy and meet established procedures regarding bio-security, animal welfare, safety, ISO, drug, and alcohol policy.
Take on special projects and perform all other duties as assigned by Lab Manager.
Job Qualifications:
Considerable knowledge of the basic principles and laboratory applications of biology, microbiology and chemistry
Some ability to apply knowledge of information sources in biology, microbiology, chemistry and scientific methodology
Some knowledge of current laboratory facilities, methods, equipment, materials and ability to perform standardized biological, chemical, and microbiological examinations independently
Make and record scientific observations accurately, prepare and present scientific records and reports and observe safety precautions and precautions
Knowledge of use of computers for laboratories
Knowledge of public health laboratory laws and regulations; sanitary bacteriology regulations
Ability to carry out and consult with other departmental staff and the public on this issue
Ability to deal with staff and the public in a positive and successful manner
