Biorepository Manager: ACT

4 days ago


Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Ampath Trust Full time

Advert Reference: P15343 Biorepository Manager: ACT - Centurion

Job Title: Biorepository Manager: ACT - Centurion

Closing Date: 2025/03/27

Position Available From: 2025-03-13

Area: Centurion

Actual Place Of Work: Centurion

Position Type: Full-Time

Weekly Hours: 40

Time Conditions: 5 day Work Week (South Africa)

Purpose of Position: The Biorepository Manager is responsible for establishing and managing the Biorepository within the national reference laboratory. This includes workflow planning, project management, and overseeing quality assurance to ensure efficient biorepository operations. The role also involves leading and mentoring a team while fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Requirements:

  1. HPCSA registration: Medical Technologist, Medical Technician, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or Medical Scientist (Required)
  2. Medical Technologist, Medical Technician (SMLTSA), Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Scientist (BSc Hons, MSc, PhD) qualification (Required)

Required Experience:

  1. 5 or more years of experience in a biobank laboratory setting
  2. Ability to lead and work collaboratively in a fast-paced start-up environment
  3. Commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement
  4. Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor teams effectively
  5. Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  6. Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in biobank processes and compliance documentation
  7. Familiarity with biobank management software and sample tracking systems
  8. Prior experience in workflow planning, and laboratory efficiency optimisation
  9. Proficiency in PBMC (Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cell) isolation and handling is advantageous
  10. Proven experience with accreditation standards, and laboratory quality management systems
  11. Strong knowledge of biobanking best practices and regulatory requirements
  12. Strong project management skills to drive the successful establishment and operation of the biorepository

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Apply project management skills to drive the successful establishment and operation of the biorepository
  2. Collaborate with the relevant stakeholders to facilitate biorepository utilisation
  3. Develop and implement workflows for sample collection, storage, processing, and retrieval in alignment with laboratory best practices
  4. Develop and monitor standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all biorepository activities
  5. Ensure adherence to biosafety and biosecurity regulations in handling biological specimens
  6. Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, SANAS accreditation requirements and other relevant laboratory accreditation standards
  7. Ensure efficient data and sample management using biobank-specific software and tracking systems
  8. Establish and manage the biorepository, ensuring compliance with the relevant regulations best practices
  9. Lead workflow planning and process optimisation for improved efficiency and compliance
  10. Liaise with external clients and facilitate professional marketing engagements
  11. Oversee the quality management systems (QMS) and maintain documentation for accreditation purposes
  12. Provide strong leadership and team management, fostering a productive and collaborative work environment

Applicants must have a South African ID or a valid South African work permit. We do not accept any faxed or emailed CVs. If we have not contacted you within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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