Laboratory team leaderThis is a permanent opportunity paying a negotiable salaryKenton Black Scientific is a recruitment partner to a food testing laboratory based in Cambridgeshire. They are looking to hire a microbiology team leader to join their expanding team. Responsibilities:Responsible for managing a team of microbiology techniciansResponsible for providing technical assistance to junior staff membersManage, mentor, coach and train a new team of analysts to provide them with the skillset and competencies to meet client expectations Ensure all work carried out according to laboratory quality standards/ISO17025Ensure that adequate amount of staff is present at all times in the laboratoryTo perform technical and analytical procedures with due regard for written procedures, maintaining adequate records and producing accurate quality results on time.Qualifications:Degree in Science or equivalent or relevant laboratory experienceProven experience working within a microbiology testing laboratory Excellent experience in working within high– throughput environment Good laboratory skills and practices Proven management skills and experience is ideal If your skills match the above and you are interested in this position, then please apply now!