Clinical Laboratory Supervisor
Almac Group · Durham, NC · 2 days ago
On-siteProject ManagementFull-time
Oversee day-to-day testing activities in the Diagnostic Services’ CLIA-accredited Clinical Testing Laboratory, including supervision of high-complexity molecular testing within global clinical trials, management of scientific staff, and accurate reporting of test results across a wide range of technology areas. Drive continuous improvement and support a culture of scientific integrity and patient care.
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day supervision of testing personnel and reporting of test results within the high-complexity Clinical Testing Laboratory.
- Coordinate the activities of junior team members to ensure the completion of clinical testing within agreed timeframes.
- Monitor specimen examinations and test analyses to ensure that acceptable levels of analytic performance are maintained at all times.
- Responsible for the generation, revision, and/or review of laboratory or equipment-related SOPs and other quality documents.
- Perform molecular biological techniques adhering to the laboratory's quality control policies.
- Ensure that all remedial actions are taken in a timely manner whenever test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications and leadership is notified as required.
- Be accessible to testing personnel at all times testing is performed to provide on-site, telephone, or electronic consultation to resolve technical problems in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Monitor batch manufacturing stock levels and coordinate ordering and testing of new reagent and control batches to ensure adequate supply for clinical testing.
- Verify reagents, consumables, and laboratory equipment are qualified for use and within expiry.
Requirements
- B.S. in chemical, biological, medical, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution.
- B.S. or MS degree, with 4+ years of training/experience in at least one of the following technologies: qPCR, Nanostring, and/or NGS, OR Ph.D., with 1+ year of training/experience in at least one of the following technologies: qPCR, Nanostring, and/or NGS.
Preferred Qualifications
- M.S. in chemical, biological, medical, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution or Ph.D. in chemical, biological, medical, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution.
- ASCP Board Certification as a Specialist in Molecular Biology.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Experience in a high-complexity CLIA testing environment.
- Experience with data analysis and reporting of results in at least one of the following technologies: qPCR, Nanostring, and/or NGS.
- Substantial experience in troubleshooting molecular laboratory techniques.
- Experience preparing for/participating in laboratory audits from CAP and other regulatory agencies.
Schedule
- Sun–Wed or Wed–Sat
Benefits
- Medical, Vision & Dental benefits from the 1st of the month following start date.
- 20 days PTO per year, accrued monthly following start date.
- 12 holidays per year as well as one day for Annual Diversity Day.
- Company-paid Long and Short-term disability along with Life Insurance.
- 401k company contribution.
- Professional development programs/continuous learning opportunities.