TISSUE CULTURE LAB MANAGER

SUMMARY:
Swakopmund Area – Namibia: Our client is looking for a Tissue Culture Lab Manager to join the team.

POSITION INFO:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
 

• Master’s degree in microbiology, Botany, Biotechnology, or a related field
• Management or Business Administration certification (preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years in tissue culture propagation and laboratory management
• MS Office, GMP, ISO, laboratory management software

• Expertise in aseptic techniques and in-vitro propagation processes
• Ensuring high-yield, disease-free plant material production
• Adapting and refining tissue culture protocols for different plant species

• Identifying and implementing new developments in tissue culture
• Introducing and supervising new plant species for commercial propagation
• Collaborating with research institutions for ongoing innovations

• Ensuring compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Implementing and maintaining ISO laboratory standards
• Managing sterility and contamination control protocols

• Maintaining accurate records of plant material production and costs
• Generating weekly reports for management on lab performance and research outcomes
• Using data-driven insights to optimize propagation processes

• Training lab personnel on tissue culture best practices
• Conducting knowledge-sharing sessions with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Supervising assistants to ensure high productivity and quality standards

• Ensuring laboratory equipment is well-maintained and calibrated
• Monitoring climate conditions in the growth room for optimal plant development
• Developing operational strategies for process optimization

• Encouraging teamwork and open communication
• Supporting a culture of continuous learning and improvement

• Applying data analysis to improve lab efficiency and production
• Troubleshooting plant propagation challenges effectively

• Owning responsibilities and delivering on commitments
• Ensuring all regulatory and safety requirements are met

• Staying updated with industry trends and technological advancements
• Implementing innovative solutions for process improvement

• Clearly articulating technical information to nontechnical stakeholders
• Preparing detailed reports and presentations for leadership