Laboratory Supervisor - CMC

<h2>Job Overview:</h2><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Are you looking for a Supervisory role with variety, progression and have the proven ability to manage a team?</strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: windowtext;">Do you have experience of working in a fast paced industry?</span></span></strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: windowtext;">Do you want to be a part of the world's leading drug development company?</span></span></strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">As one of the world’s premier Contract Research Organisations, our mission is to help build a healthier and safer world by providing research services for a multitude of organizations.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">We strive to make a difference to people’s everyday lives by bringing essential products to the market and as a <strong>Supervisor/Laboratory Systems Coordinator </strong>in the Bioassay team, part of the CMC (Chemistry Manufacturing and Control) department at <strong>Labcorp Drug Development,</strong> you will play an essential part in making this happen at our site at Harrogate, North Yorkshire.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The<strong> Laboratory Systems Coordinator</strong> (LSC) is accountable for operational laboratory process and quality systems. The role requires significant interaction and coordination with operational and support functions (GLS/QA/Facilities etc.) in order to ensure the smooth and effective management of laboratory related activities and processes</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">A key responsibility of the LSC is the management of quality process improvement initiatives, as well as acting as a single point of contact for Equipment, Quality and Facilities (EQF), ensuring appropriate coordination and communication of EQF events with the laboratory groups</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The LSC is also accountable for on-boarding and associated training of new staff members.  As such one of their day to day duties may include performance management of entry level QC Analysts, which includes planning and conducting general training relevant to that particular group. </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The LSC is expected to be aware of the various <span style="background-color: #ffffff;">analytical methods eg<strong>: PCR, cell culture, virus titrations and DNA extractions, </strong></span>performed within their area for the purpose of maintaining scientific knowledge and facilitates the training of new staff through coordination with the relevant QC Scientist and/or trainers</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The LSC will coordinate with operational staff to ensure that new starters understand how the laboratory activities are managed and maintained, and that the processes and procedures that govern all laboratory activities are understood</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The individual has a responsibility to work with the QC Management and Scientists (QC Scientists) to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements (GLP/GCP/GMP) with regards to laboratory systems and processes, and act as a point of contact with Global Laboratory Systems and Quality Assurance for non-study related operational events and tasks</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> The LSC is also responsible for assisting or conducting laboratory tours as directed by QC Management in support of GMP audit inspections, and addresses regulatory or audit observations in order to rectify or prevent further occurrence of quality defects</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The LSC also liaises directly with Equipment Management Associates to ensure minimal disruption to study work when equipment is undergoing routine maintenance or unexpected equipment breakdowns, communication of events pertaining to laboratory events and resolution of any issues in an efficient manner is therefore a core component of this role</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">As required, the post holder will be expected to provide appropriate procedural and technical training. The LSC is also required to work closely with QC laboratory group trainers to facilitate effective training, and assist with the maintenance or update of training materials. The LSC is able to get assistance from QC Scientists and Analysts for quality event resolution, but acts autonomously with regards to addressing general laboratory issues so that scientific staff are able to conduct study work with minimal disruption</span></li></ul><h2>Education/Qualifications:</h2><ul><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The post holder should ideally have a relevant degree along with industry experience</span></li></ul><h2>Experience:</h2><ul><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Previous experience of direct line management is preferred, as the role will involve direct supervision of laboratory personnel on a daily basis</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">An understanding of health and safety policies, Company policies and procedures, and an understanding of GMP/GLP/GCP</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The ability to get things done by influencing others (both internal and external)</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Learn and maintain knowledge of process excellence, tools and activities</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The post holder should be able to communicate effectively at all levels, with other employees, as well as external clients, suppliers, etc.</span></li></ul>