Role Overview

As part of Kerala's expanding MSME, retail, and agro-processing market, Kollam offers Lab Manager professionals strong prospects for immediate placement and long-term growth.

This role is ideal for senior laboratory professionals with strong leadership skills and technical expertise in clinical laboratory science. Candidates with M.Sc / B.Sc MLT and management experience are encouraged to apply.

🔬 Lab Operations 📋 Quality Control 👥 Team Management

Key Responsibilities

Implement and monitor quality control programs to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results.
Maintain laboratory equipment, arrange for servicing, and manage inventory of reagents and supplies.
Ensure compliance with NABL, CAP, and other accreditation standards.
Review and verify test reports before dispatch to doctors and patients.
Coordinate with pathologists, doctors, and hospital administration for smooth operations.
Prepare budgets, reports, and maintain records for management and regulatory purposes.
Train new staff and conduct continuing education programs.
Oversee and manage daily laboratory operations across all departments (hematology, biochemistry, microbiology, pathology, etc.).
Supervise lab technicians, assistants, and support staff; schedule shifts and assign duties.

Candidate Profile

M.Sc / B.Sc in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) or related field.
5–10 years of experience in a clinical laboratory, with at least 2–3 years in a managerial/supervisory role.
Strong knowledge of clinical lab procedures, equipment, and quality control.
Experience with NABL / CAP accreditation processes is highly preferred.
Leadership skills with ability to manage a team and resolve issues.
Good communication skills in English and Tamil.
Proficiency in lab information systems and computer applications.

Laboratory Departments

Hematology: Complete blood count, coagulation studies, peripheral smear.
Biochemistry: Glucose, lipid profile, LFT, KFT, electrolytes, HbA1c.
Microbiology: Culture & sensitivity, Gram staining, serology.
Pathology: Histopathology, cytology, frozen sections.
Immunology: Hormone assays, tumor markers, ELISA.
Molecular Diagnostics: PCR, COVID testing (if applicable).

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: ₹35,000 – ₹60,000 per month (based on experience and qualifications).
Opportunity to work with reputed diagnostic chains and hospitals in Kollam.
Career growth to Regional Lab Manager, Quality Manager, or Operations Head roles.
Exposure to advanced laboratory equipment and NABL accreditation processes.
Provident Fund (PF) and ESI benefits as applicable.
Health insurance and other benefits as per company policy.
Annual performance bonuses and increments.