Histopathology Laboratory Quality and Process Improvement Lead
Posted 16 hours 42 minutes ago by Planet Pharma Group
Join a fast-moving digital pathology environment as our Lab Quality and Process Improvement Lead. You'll help maintain compliance while driving practical, data-led quality improvements that reduce errors, strengthen workflow reliability, and support accredited histopathology laboratory operations. This role combines hands on quality management with a strong change-driving mindset-partnering with scientists and operations teams to implement improvements that stick.
Required Skills- Degree in Biomedical Science or a similar life science discipline
- Previous experience working in ISO 15189 accredited histopathology laboratories
- Strong knowledge of histochemistry workflows and quality/compliance requirements
- Experience setting quality metrics, analysing quality data, and leading root cause investigationsFamiliarity with digital pathology, LIMS systems, and quality management systems
- Proven stakeholder communication, leadership, mentoring, and ability to drive change (not just advise)
- Strong problem solving and ability to work under pressure against tight deadlines
- Experience with process improvement methodologies (e.g., 6 Sigma, DMAIC, Kaizen)
- Experience with Generative AI tools/technology and/or AI assisted pathology tools
- Knowledge of AI cloud computing and electronic data archiving
Biomedical Science (or equivalent) plus substantial, hands on histopathology QA experience within ISO 15189 environments.
Other Requirements- Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship)
- Full time on site in Oxford
If you're ready to turn quality data into real operational improvement, apply now and take the next step in advancing digital pathology performance.