Lab Manager – Diagnostics & Laboratory Operations

Location: Nelamangala, Bengaluru, India | Type: Full time | Department: Diagnostics

Role Overview

We're looking for a Lab Manager to lead daily laboratory operations at Dognosis's diagnostic facility. This role is central to ensuring our lab runs efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards — supporting the development and validation of our canine olfactory diagnostic platform. You'll manage equipment, coordinate across teams, uphold regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement in lab workflows.

Key Responsibilities

Lab Operations & Administration
Oversee day-to-day lab operations, including scheduling, workflow coordination, and resource allocation
Maintain lab cleanliness, organisation, and compliance with biosafety and GLP standards
Manage procurement of consumables, reagents, and supplies — track usage, avoid stockouts, and negotiate with vendors
Coordinate with facilities/admin for infrastructure needs (power, HVAC, plumbing, waste disposal)

Equipment & Infrastructure Management




Own the lab equipment lifecycle: procurement, installation, calibration, maintenance, and decommissioning
Maintain service contracts, AMC schedules, and calibration logs
Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate with service engineers for timely resolution
Ensure all instruments are validated and fit-for-purpose before use in experiments

Quality Systems & Compliance
Implement and maintain quality management systems aligned with ISO 17025 / GLP / internal SOPs
Manage document control — SOPs, work instructions, forms, and change logs
Support internal and external audits; track CAPAs and non-conformances
Ensure lab personnel training records are current and aligned with competency requirements

Sample & Inventory Management
Oversee sample receipt, accessioning, storage, and chain-of-custody documentation
Maintain inventory systems for reagents, consumables, and biological samples

📌 Lab Manager – Diagnostics Bengaluru
🏢 Dognosis
📍 Bengaluru