Laboratory Leader

The role of Laboratory Manager involves overseeing the operations of multiple laboratory settings. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring high standards of quality, research excellence, and regulatory compliance across all lab functions.

• Supervise and coordinate the daily operations of laboratories.
• Ensure timely execution of laboratory procedures related to seed health testing, genetic purity, seed vigor, tissue culturing, and molecular diagnostics.
• Develop, implement, and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and quality standards across all laboratory units.
• Oversee routine and advanced experiments in biotechnology, including DNA analysis, marker-assisted selection, and pathogen diagnostics.
• Manage micropropagation protocols and operations in the Tissue Culture Lab.
• Ensure accurate seed germination, purity, and health testing as per national and international seed standards (ISTA/ISO).
• Maintain equipment calibration, laboratory hygiene, and biosafety standards.
• Train, manage, and evaluate laboratory technical staff.
• Coordinate with the Research and Development department to ensure research objectives are met.
• Ensure proper documentation, record-keeping, and data analysis for all laboratory activities.
• Prepare and present reports to senior management and support regulatory audits.

• Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Plant Breeding & Genetics, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience managing or working in a laboratory setting within the seed or plant industry.