Senior Scientific Officer (SSO) – Laboratory
Location: Rajkot, Gujarat
Job Type: Full-time
Shift: Rotational (Day, Noon & Night Shift)
Weekly Off: Rotational Weekly Off
Salary: ₹20,000 – ₹32,000 per month(Negotiable based on experience)
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Senior Scientific Officer (SSO) to lead laboratory operations, ensure NABL compliance, supervise technical staff, and maintain the highest quality standards in a diagnostic laboratory. The ideal candidate should have strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and experience in laboratory quality management.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise all technical staff involved in sample processing.
- Manage day-to-day laboratory operations.
- Review and approve validation, verification, and technical reports.
- Approve reagent verification and technical documentation.
- Ensure equipment calibration, preventive maintenance, and documentation.
- Guide staff on troubleshooting and technical issues.
- Monitor NABL and ISO 15189 compliance.
- Conduct internal audits and implement CAPA.
- Review and close technical non-conformities (NCs).
- Maintain laboratory quality records and documentation.
- Coordinate with the Quality Manager on accreditation requirements.
- Train and mentor laboratory technical staff.
- Assist the Laboratory Director in operational planning.
- Plan workload, staff schedules, and departmental meetings.
- Support hiring, performance management, and technical development of staff.
- Manage referral laboratories and monitor service quality.
- Participate in research projects and scientific publications.
- Perform any additional laboratory responsibilities assigned by management.
Qualification
- M.Sc. (Medical Laboratory Technology/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology) or equivalent.
- Ph.D. will be an added advantage.
Experience
- 8–12 years of experience in a diagnostic laboratory.
- Minimum 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
- Experience in NABL-accredited laboratories preferred.
Required Skills
- NABL & ISO 15189
- Laboratory Operations
- Quality Assurance
- Validation & Verification
- Internal Audits
- Equipment Calibration
- Technical Documentation
- Team Leadership
- Staff Training
- Problem Solving
Benefits
- Provident Fund (PF)
- ESIC (if applicable)
- Paid Leave
- Annual Performance Review
- Training & Career Growth
- Uniform/PPE
- Health Insurance (as per company policy)
Work Location: Rajkot, Gujarat
Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹32,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
