Manager Lab Operations - Main Laboratory, Islamabad

About the role

Excel Labs, a healthcare diagnostic network in Pakistan, is hiring a Manager Lab Operations for its main laboratory in Blue Area, Islamabad. The manager oversees laboratory activities and supports the efficient delivery of diagnostic testing services, including managing staff, monitoring testing processes, maintaining quality standards and ensuring equipment functionality.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily laboratory operations, sample collection, processing and testing workflows, and coordinate activities across laboratory departments
• Maintain quality control procedures, quality audits and accurate laboratory documentation; knowledge of standards such as ISO 15189 is valued
• Manage laboratory technicians and support staff, including performance monitoring, training and scheduling
• Handle routine equipment maintenance, calibration and servicing, and report technical issues
• Ensure proper sample identification, storage, transport and testing accuracy, and monitor turnaround times
• Monitor reagents and consumables, coordinate with procurement and suppliers, and keep inventory levels adequate
• Implement biosafety protocols, biomedical waste handling and compliance with healthcare regulations
• Monitor operational performance and prepare reports for senior management

Required profile

• BS or MS degree in a relevant field, such as Medical Laboratory Technology, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related laboratory sciences
• 5 to 8 years of laboratory experience; experience in clinical diagnostic labs, hospital labs, quality assurance or laboratory operations management is particularly suitable
• Leadership, problem-solving and communication skills, and familiarity with LIMS and reporting software

Applications are made through the Excel Labs careers portal or by sending an updated CV to the HR department. The salary and benefits are not disclosed.