- Lead the setup and establishment of the APAC laboratory in Taoyuan, including equipment installation, workflow design, and process implementation.
- Oversee daily laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, consumables management, and workflow optimization.
- Conduct and supervise molecular biology experiments (e.g., DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, molecular cloning).
- Hands-on experience with sequencing platforms (e.g., Illumina, Thermo Fisher) including library prep, QC, and data quality assurance.
- Develop and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in compliance with global quality and safety standards (ISO, GLP, CAP).
- Ensure compliance with LDT regulatory requirements in Taiwan and other APAC jurisdictions.
- Train, mentor, and supervise laboratory technicians and junior staff.
- Collaborate effectively with headquarters in Germany and other international teams, including participation in regular meetings and system integration.
- Utilize CENTOGENE’s internal systems for data management, workflow tracking, and reporting.
- Support preparation of scientific reports, project documentation, and publications.
Lab Manager – APAC Laboratory
Taiwan - Taoyuan City - EUR
Full-time
Permanent employee
Your Responsibilities
Your profile
- Master’s or PhD in Molecular Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, or a related discipline (PhD preferred).
- Solid technical expertise in molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, cloning).
- Hands-on experience with sequencing platforms (e.g., Illumina, Thermo Fisher) including library prep, QC, and data quality assurance.
- Proven experience in laboratory management, ideally with prior involvement in lab setup.
- Strong communication skills in English (spoken and written) for effective interaction with HQ and cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with LDT (Laboratory Developed Tests) regulations and compliance requirements.
- Licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist (MT/CLS).
- Experience working under international quality frameworks (ISO, GLP, CAP).
- Previous experience in cross-cultural or multinational environments.
Why us?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to lead the establishment of CENTOGENE’s first APAC laboratory.
- Access to state-of-the-art equipment and resources.
- Career growth and professional development in a global biotech leader.
- Close collaboration with international experts and teams.
¿Quiénes somos?
Con empleados procedentes de más de 50 países, CENTOGENE es una empresa verdaderamente internacional con oficinas en Rostock, Berlín, Delhi, Boston, Valencia, Belgrado y São Paulo.
Nacimos con el objetivo de ayudar en el diagnóstico de pacientes con enfermedades raras y, en la actualidad, hemos evolucionado para ayudar a pacientes de todas las especialidades clínicas a lograr avances significativos mediante soluciones orientadas a los médicos, sus pacientes y nuestros socios farmacéuticos.
Nacimos con el objetivo de ayudar en el diagnóstico de pacientes con enfermedades raras y, en la actualidad, hemos evolucionado para ayudar a pacientes de todas las especialidades clínicas a lograr avances significativos mediante soluciones orientadas a los médicos, sus pacientes y nuestros socios farmacéuticos.