Lab Manager

Date PostedSeptember 29, 2026LocationSaitama, JapanCompanyMichael Page International Japan K.K./マイケル・ペイジ・インターナショナル・ジャパン株式会社SalaryJPY 10000K - JPY 14000KTypehealth/nursing - other medical/pharmaceutical/bio/fabric/food - clinical r & d medical/pharmaceutical/bio/fabric/food - valuation/testing

Job Summary

Lead end-to-end operations in a global clinical laboratory organization based in Saitama, Japan. Oversee daily testing operations, compliance, and quality assurance while managing and developing medical technology staff. Drive continuous improvement and collaborate closely with internal and global teams.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily laboratory testing operations and service delivery
  • Lead, train, and develop Medical Technology staff
  • Manage compliance requirements and coordinate with global teams

Required Skills

  • Experience in a clinical laboratory environment
  • Management or team supervision experience
  • Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Life Science, or Medical Technology
  • Business level in both Japanese and English

Job Details

Job Description Lead end‑to‑end operations in a global clinical laboratory organization Drive quality, people development, and continuous improvement initiatives Description * Oversee all daily laboratory testing operations, ensuring high quality and timely service delivery * Manage non‑production activities, compliance requirements, and coordination with internal and global teams * Lead, train, and develop Medical Technology staffs * Monitor operational performance, quality indicators, and department performance reporting * Support client visits, audits, and inquiries, ensuring responsive and accurate communication * Promote process improvement initiatives, including efficiency and quality enhancement programs Profile * Experience in a clinical laboratory environment * Experience in management, team lead or team supervision * Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Life Science, or Medical Technology (Master's/PhD would be a plus) * Business level in both Japanese and English * Able to work in the lab in Saitama, Japan Job Offer * Lead end‑to‑end operations in a global clinical laboratory organization * Drive the growth of the Japan business * International & diverse team in the lab * Opportunity to collaborate closely with global teams * Flat and supportive workplace * Competitive salary