Laboratory Manager - Deans Office at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop a new business plan for the integrated laboratories; and undertake a cost analysis of said new business plan;
• Design a potential implementation strategy for the laboratory merger, including:
• Consideration towards compliance and regulatory oversight; 
• Laboratory quality systems in accordance with SANAS requirements;
• Financial and procurement management including integrated debtors  control/management for the laboratories;
• Coordination within the LIMS arm of the VetView software for laboratory operations;
• Design the flow between sample reception and the laboratories;
• Advice on staffing and other resource needs for the Unit;
• Advice on general administration requirements of the Unit; and
• Create a marketing strategy for the business unit.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A relevant Honours-degree in laboratory science or a related field;
• Six years’ experience  in strategic laboratory management of which two years should  include experience in managing staff, including administrative and technical staff;
• Experience with financial management;
• High-level liaison with internal and external stakeholders;
• Experience in establishing and managing collaborations/partnerships; and
• Knowledge of and experience with SANAS requirements.