OMICS Lead – Lab Manager II

About the role

The position involves managing day-to-day laboratory operations, working with and installing scientific equipment, developing and collaborating on routine projects and procedures, managing inventory and equipment, and performing budget functions.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform clinical testing in accordance with established SOPs.
• Process all clinical, QC and PT specimens through clinical workflow.
• Demonstrate high-level problem-solving skills and analytical abilities to successfully perform laboratory testing.
• Accurately record relevant data and values in case folders and internal databases.
• Maintain proficiency in LIMS for comprehensive sample tracking and workflow documentation.
• Operate, perform routine maintenance on, and calibrate all laboratory equipment as required.
• Identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, and/or supplies and follow-up according to established protocols.
• Identify critical, abnormal and/or unacceptable results and follow-up according to established protocol.
• Document all corrective action and follow-up with lead and/or supervisor.
• Effectively communicate with other laboratory members including lab leadership.
• Maintain track of technical and professional development, including but not limited to attendance at seminars/webinars and participation in educational programs and activities.
• Adhere to established laboratory and hospital policies and good clinical laboratory practice in areas of procedures, quality control, quality assurance and safety and compliance.
• Assist in research projects, new assay development and/or document control review as requested.
• Train new lab members.
• Maintain supply inventory and order new supplies when needed.
• Help with instrument maintenance / PM.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and time management to process large batches of samples efficiently while maintaining accuracy and compliance under strict turnaround-time requirements.
• Contribute to cross-platform QA/QC efforts, ensuring harmonization of standards across genomics, proteomics.

Requirements

• Experience in genomic sequencing, metagenomics, and RNA sequencing.
• High-level problem-solving skills and analytical abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and time management.
• Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift up to 30 pounds, read small print, and work under standard lighting conditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Skills

• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques.
• Ability to operate automated and/or liquid handling machines.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adhere to laboratory and hospital policies and good clinical laboratory practice.

Benefits

Details about benefits will be provided upon request.

Pay

TBD based upon qualifications.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., schedule as set with supervisor.