Genetics Lab Footprint and Lab Engineering Lead
Location: London
Work Mode: Hybrid Lab Footprint
- To support the development and implementation of a global lab footprint strategy to optimize the distribution of genetics laboratories and testing sites across regions.
- Identify and support the consolidation, expansion, and relocation opportunities to improve efficiency and service delivery.
- To support CAPEX related to laboratory projects infrastructure, ensuring alignment with business growth and regulatory requirements.
- To support the standardization of lab processes across all regions to enhance operational performance and cost efficiency.
- To support the design, construction, and maintenance of state-of-the-art laboratories to support evolving diagnostic capabilities).
- Ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO 15189, ISO 17025, GMP, etc.) for laboratory design and operations.
- Ensure compliance with CE-IVDR regulation
- Implement automation & digitalization in lab processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Collaborate with IT & Digital teams to integrate Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and other smart lab technologies.
- Implement Lean Six Sigma principles to improve productivity, reduce waste, and enhance turnaround times.
- Benchmark and development of operational KPIs across labs to identify areas for continuous improvement and standardizations across labs.
- To advise the optimization of resource utilization to reduce operational costs without compromising quality and compliance.
- To support and actively participate in the modelling and adaptation of Genetics Target Operating Models, at lab level, country level, International network and working with cross-functional teams.
- To be the projects liaison between 3L team and the medical, Group and country, communities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
- Mandatory master or PHD in Genetics.
- Minimum 10+ years of experience in genetics laboratory operations, engineering within diagnostics, healthcare, or life sciences.
- Deep knowledge of lab workflows, regulatory requirements, and automation technologies.
- Experience in facility planning, CAPEX investments, and lab engineering projects.
- Proven ability to work under cross-functional environment & international teams.
- Strong project management skills.
- Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and process improvement methodologies.
- Familiarity with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems) and automation trends in lab operations.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Location: UK or Germany
- Languages: Fluent in English. Desirable: German and/or Italian.
- Travel needed: yes, more than 50%.
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