Senior Lab Technician/TT Lead - Charleroi, België - IQVIA

Beschrijving

technical insight for equipment/platform selection and technical transfer of method. Act as the primary point of contact for daily technical and logistical inquiries from the team. Responsible for sample preparation, process improvement, and training of junior staff.

Essential Functions

• Executes techniques to ensure biological sample is prepared for subsequent analysis.
• Executes techniques related to assigned area of work, such as extractions from biological matrices, tissue preparation, or purification.
• Responsible for offering subject matter expertise to assist in technical transfer of methods.
• Ensures onboarding and on-going training of personnel according to the time guidelines in the Training Plans and for cross-training/refresher training to ensure adequate staff coverage as required.
• Identifies, implements and communicates process improvements in support of 6S initiatives.
• Responsible for scheduling in assigned area.
• Responsible for inventory oversight and ensuring adequate reagent and lab supplies for testing.
• Proactively plans for resourcing to ensure on time delivery.
• Assists with monitoring of compliance and quality incidents to ensure resolution and closure.
• Assists team Manager with new initiatives and coordination of team delivery.
• Coordinates feedback and performance development with people managers.
• Proactively plans for new equipment acquisitions and recommend such purchases to manager.
• Coaches staff on ways to improve performance in work processes.
• Manages adherence to appropriate quality control systems and procedures.
• Supports writing of procedural documentation.
• Maintains a high level of awareness of safety and good housekeeping procedures.
• Ensures health and safety compliance is observed, acts as a health and safety champion.
• Assists team Manager to co-ordinate department preparation in advance of an audit.
• May serve as primary point of contact in line manager's absence.
• Participates in continuing education through self-study, attending training sessions and meetings.
• Fosters a unified culture and facilitate collaboration, coorperation, sharing of information and teamwork.
• Participates in initiatives to improve employee engagement to positively impact operational results, customer satisfaction and employee retention.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Req
• Typically requires 0 - 2 years of prior relevant experience as Sample Prep Scientist. Req
• Sound knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts in job area.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and guide others.
• Working knowledge of any applicable regulatory standards within area of responsibility, such as Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Proficiency with pipetting techniques.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control procedures and practices including standard precautions and hazardous chemical handling.
• Strong technical knowledge of complex testing procedures and science supporting analysis.
• Proficiency with complex laboratory calculations regarding batches and specimens.
• Ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment and resolve process issues.
• Good computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Effective organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients.
• Applicable certifications and licenses as required by local regulations.

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