Molecular Laboratory Supervisor

Why Join Us?

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), a proud partner of New York Health, is one of the nation's leading oncology practices. Our mission is to deliver world-class, patient-centered care while advancing innovative diagnostic and treatment solutions.

Job Description

Molecular Laboratory Technologist
Location: Milford, PA
Schedule: Full-Time
Organization: New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS)

Responsibilities

• Supervise technical and/or non-technical laboratory personnel.
• Supervise and coordinate the daily operations of the laboratory.
• Supervise and perform NGS runs (which include sample handling, sample processing, QC analysis, and data analysis) according to procedures.
• Supervisor and maintain documents in the QMS system.
• Develop and implement quality control measures to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
• Maintain inventory, order supplies, consumables, reagents, and equipment as needed.
• Provides leadership in the coaching, guidance, training, and talent development of staff.
• Screen, interview, and select qualified individuals for open positions within the NGS laboratory.
• Provide guidance and troubleshooting for the laboratories procedures for specimen handling and processing, data analysis, QC analysis, and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Participate in proficiency testing and inspections.
• Ensure that laboratory is following established policies and procedures and that corrective actions are documented when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
• Ensure that the quality program documents and reports are updated and reviewed by the Laboratory Director.
• Communicate problems or any pertinent information to the laboratory manager, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director.
• Ensure a clean and organized laboratory.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• One of the following educational qualifications:
• PhD in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology with at least one year of training in molecular pathology methods;
• Master's Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology with at least two years of training in molecular pathology methods;
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology with at least four years of training and/or experience in high-complexity testing, including at least one year in molecular pathology methods.
• ASCP Certification in Molecular Biology (MB) required.
• Prior supervisory or laboratory management experience in a molecular diagnostics or NGS laboratory.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS), laboratory validations, and regulatory inspections.
• Extensive experience working in a CLIA/CAP-regulated molecular diagnostics laboratory.
• Strong knowledge of: Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), PCR, qPCR, RT-PCR, nucleic acid extraction and quantification, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), CLIA and CAP regulations, Laboratory Developed Tests (LDTs), Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Demonstrated leadership, staff development, and team management experience.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Ability to accept constructive feedback and implement corrective actions when necessary.

What We Offer

• Salary: $120,000 annually based on experience and education
• Benefits: Health Insurance on day 1, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-term disability, 401k Plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), 8 paid holidays (2 floating)