Senior Medical Technologist (Infectious Diseases)

Job Title: Senior Medical Technologist (Infectious Diseases)

Location: Ireland, Dublin 18

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization.

From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations.

With our patients at the center of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life.

Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.

At ICON, we have an incredible opportunity for a Laboratory Supervisor to join the Infectious Diseases team in our Leopardstown, Dublin 18 location.

The Role:

• Recognize, exemplify, and adhere to ICON's values.
• Monitor the daily activities of the laboratory department specialising in Enzyme Immunoassays, Nucleic Acid Amplification Testing on automated instruments.
• Monitors and reviews Proficiency testing, laboratory QC data, Sample TATs and Equipment and Instrument Maintenance.
• Ensures quality control procedures are adhered to, monitors QC data such as mean and standard deviations for quality control materials and maintain Corrective action logs as appropriate.
• Support validation of new methodologies and instrumentation into the dept. and works closely with the Global Validations Department.
• Assists with responding to Quality issues and manages Quality Documentation including writing and maintaining SOPs.
• Assist with staff training and development of technologists including staff competencies.
• Reports directly to and works with the Laboratory Supervisor, in supporting all activities in the Laboratory department.
• Effectively monitors laboratory operations and provides guidance to staff for all issues that arise including, instrument failures, reagent/ quality control issues, sample integrity issues, delays in testing and communication of abnormal results.
• Assists in training and development of staff as required.
• Encourages an environment that motivates people and maintains a positive working environment ensuring and staff engagement.
• To deputise for the Supervisor in the event of his or her absence
• Assist Supervisor in ensuring there are sufficient personnel to cover workflow.
• Liaise with internal customers, auditors, vendors, and staff on all department levels.
• Participate in Patient and External Proficiency Testing where required (up to 50%)

What you will need:

• BSc. in Medical Technology, Immunology, Biomedical Science OR a related Life Science with 2+ years Laboratory experience including leadership or Supervisor experience.
• A postgraduate qualification such as an MSc or PhD while desirable, is not essential.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work independently and effectively.
• Experience as a team lead with direct reports and couching / mentoring experience is desirable.
• Ability to multitask, confident decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to keep accurate, legible records and recognize the need to handle these records and all other information in line with GCP/GLP/GDP.
• High level of personal accountability, integrity, and ethical behaviour with a responsible and mature approach to work duties and people management.

Benefits of Working in ICON:

Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That's why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture -one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.

At ICON, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs. In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career -both now, and into the future.

ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.