Clinical Chemistry, POCT & Biochemical Genetics Laboratory Director - Milwaukee

About the role

The Department of Pathology, Division of Pediatric at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and Children’s Wisconsin (CW), seeks a board certified / board eligible Clinical Chemistry, Point-of-Care Testing (POCT), and Biochemical Genetics Laboratory Director (ABCC or ABPath) to join our expanding Division.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical direction for the clinical chemistry laboratories, including high complexity testing such as: Mass spectrometry, Therapeutic drug monitoring, Endocrinology and metabolic testing, Hemoglobin analysis, General chemistry and special chemistry assays, Biochemical Genetics, Point-of-Care testing.
• Oversee all phases of testing (pre-analytic, analytic, post-analytic).
• Partner with laboratory leadership, section supervisors, and system stakeholders to ensure efficient and high-quality operations.
• Serve as Clinical Chemistry, POCT and Biochemical Genetics Laboratory Director with oversight across the main laboratory and satellite sites.
• Select, validate, and implement new assays.
• Collaborate on budgeting, capital planning, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Participate on the laboratory executive committee as a member and in institutional committees as a laboratory representative.
• Ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements.
• Oversee proficiency testing, quality control, and quality improvement programs.
• Provide consultation to clinicians regarding: Test selection and utilization, Interpretation of complex laboratory results, Serve as a resource to clinical teams for diagnostic decision-making.
• Lead identification, development, and implementation of new assays and methodologies.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and improve laboratory automation and informatics systems.
• Teach laboratory scientists, medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Participate in ComACC-accredited clinical chemistry fellowship program.
• Participate in an ACGME-accredited pediatric pathology fellowship program.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD/DO with appropriate training.
• Board certification (or eligibility) in Clinical Chemistry (ABCC or ABPath).
• MD/DO candidates must qualify for State medical licensure, or eligibility to obtain license, in the state of Wisconsin.
• Rank will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful finalist.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Protected Academic time.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• A competitive 403(b) retirement plan with an 8% employer contribution.
• A generous CME allowance to cover societal dues, travel, and conferences.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program eligibility.