Biochemisty Site Lead
Core
Lead the Rotorua Biochemistry service, providing operational, technical, and people leadership for a 24/7 diagnostic laboratory.
Role type
Senior IC Medical Laboratory Scientist (Site Lead)
Builds
Biochemistry investigations and diagnostic services for patients in the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, and Lakes areas.
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory / Biochemistry
Required skills
Biochemistry expertise, laboratory leadership, team development, quality assurance (ISO 15189), regulatory compliance, laboratory automation, process optimization, stakeholder engagement
Preferred skills
Strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, service innovation
Technologies
Laboratory automation systems, middleware
Responsibilities
Provide authoritative technical oversight across Biochemistry investigations; Lead and develop a team of Scientists and Technicians; Oversee laboratory operations, workforce planning, and workflow optimization; Lead accreditation and quality assurance aligned with IANZ and ISO 15189 standards; Collaborate with discipline leaders across Haematology, Transfusion Medicine, and Pre-analytical Services; Contribute to service innovation and strategic planning.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership accountability