Laboratory Manager, Western Cape

Recruiter:

Sheldon Recruitment and Selection

Job Ref:

EL003225/Janin

Date posted:

Thursday, February 5, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Laboratory Manager for a permanent role based in Cape Town, Western Cape.

POSITION INFO:

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

National Diploma in Biomedical Technology in Microbiology or Clin Path
Current active HPCSA registration as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (Applicants must be in good standing with HPCSA)
At least 1-3 years working experience as Laboratory Manager, preferably in a research environment
At least 1- 2 years of management experience
Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) / Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Computer Literate (MS Office)
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) & Client service skills
Valid Driver's license

Advantageous:

Clinical trials/research experience
Tertiary qualification in a life science field
Transportation of dangerous Goods/ International Air Transport Association Training Certificate (IATA)
Good Clinical practice (GCP) and Human Subjects Protection (HSP)

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:

Laboratory Operations & Study Management
Quality Control & Assurance
Staff Leadership & HR Management
Specimen & Logistics Management
Documentation & Continuous Improvement

Salary: Market related

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If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful

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