Laboratory Manager

Lab Manager – In Vivo Facilities
Permanent Position | Full-Time
Location: Mölndal, Sweden
We are seeking an experienced Lab Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day operational management of a defined set of in vivo laboratories at our client's site in Mölndal. This is a key role ensuring that laboratories operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
The successful candidate will act as the single point of contact for research staff within the laboratories, working closely with facility management teams, suppliers, scientists, and senior stakeholders to ensure continuity of critical technical services and a high-quality working environment.
Role Overview
As Lab Manager, you will be responsible for the operational performance, compliance, and continuous improvement of assigned laboratory spaces. You will work independently, proactively identify improvement opportunities, and document progress while maintaining close collaboration with internal and external partners.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-Day Laboratory Management
Operational management of a defined set of laboratories, serving as a single point of contact for laboratory scientists
Organise and lead regular lab user group, floor lead, and reference team meetings
Ensure laboratories operate efficiently by liaising with all Facility Management (FM) suppliers
Plan and coordinate preventative and scheduled maintenance with minimal impact on daily operations
Ensure FM helpdesk requests are logged, followed up, and completed
Investigate deviations from service level agreements (SLAs), perform root cause analysis, and report findings and improvement plans
Facilitate laboratory inductions for new staff and temporary lab users
Support organised visits from internal and external partners, including regulatory bodies
Provide operational support to projects to identify business needs and drive process improvements

Equipment & Technical Support
Liaise with IT and other service providers to ensure equipment is operational, available, and fully utilised
Coordinate equipment breakdowns, servicing, and planned maintenance with responsible parties
Attend planning meetings and consolidate fault logging
Perform specialist equipment performance checks on defined instruments, as agreed with department leadership

Documentation, Training & Compliance
Assist in the development of SOPs, particularly related to reagents, consumables, and cost-saving initiatives
Lead the development of working guidelines and instructions for laboratory routines and instruments
Create, maintain, and update documentation supporting compliance, training, and service delivery
Review and support training of lab support staff to ensure consistent standards
Facilitate consumable inventories and provide reports to department leadership
Report on KPIs, relevant metrics, SLAs, and weekly operational activities

Health, Safety & Environment (SHE)
Support the leadership team with health and safety compliance and continuous improvement initiatives
Facilitate SHE meetings and support SHE documentation, including risk assessments
Ensure SHE roles are filled and relevant information is communicated effectively to lab users
Participate in SHE and service audits and lead implementation of corrective actions

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration
Proactively identify and implement efficiency and process improvements
Identify opportunities to optimise the use of shared laboratory space
Build strong relationships with leadership teams, scientists, FM teams, and suppliers
Support the development of a Lab Manager network to share best practices
Work with scientists to identify future requirements and emerging technologies
Liaise with external suppliers and industry specialists to arrange demos and training for new equipment

Qualifications & Skills
Master's or PhD in a scientific discipline or equivalent relevant experience.
Several years of experience working in a laboratory environment, ideally with laboratory management responsibility
Excellent English and Swedish communication skills
Knowledge and experience of GLS and GxP regulations and audit requirements is a must
Strong knowledge of SHE requirements
Proven experience working with SHE policies and procedures
Strong customer service mindset with a collaborative approach
Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and drive improvements and cost savings
Knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma methodologies is an advantage
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions
Excellent planning, organisational, analytical, and networking skills
Project management capability and ability to manage multiple priorities

Why Join?
Permanent position in a high-quality, regulated in vivo laboratory environment
Opportunity to work closely with scientists and senior stakeholders
Strategic role with influence over laboratory operations and improvements
Collaborative, professional setting with focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Interested? Let's talk!