| Clinical Laboratory Operations Manager - Genomics & Next Generation Sequencing Integrated Genetics (IG), a division of LabCorp, is hiring an Operations Manager for its Genomics Department at its RTP, NC location. This department serves as the flagship for Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) testing for LabCorp and has successfully launched multiple NGS assays for the Company. The Genomics Operations Manager will oversee the operations and administration of NGS and other testing within a clinical diagnostic laboratory environment. This position will have ownership over all Genomic operational processes, personnel and administrative functions for IG-RTP. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Genomics Operations Manager will work closely with the IG senior leadership team as well as R&D and other labs running NGS assays. Responsibilities: - Direct the technical operations of the Genomics lab, including accurate delivery of patient results, competency, continuing education and positive morale of laboratory staff
- Support Business Development and strategic planning for new analytical technologies, especially NGS testing
Directly supervise, train, and mentor laboratory supervisors and have ownership and responsibility for all Genomics lab personnel - Oversee lab operations and attend staff and management meetings
- Guide the LIMs and Assay Development team
- Be responsible for laboratory performance criteria including:
- Delivering patient laboratory results within specified TAT
- Monitoring and ensuring acceptable repeat and failure rates
- Achieving pre-determined assay reagent and supply costs and maintain updated costs
- Assuring productivity levels in the labs are achieved and maintained
- Ensure processes and services are monitored for quality, cost effectiveness, and efficiency through continuous process and quality improvement.
- Determine efficient workflow, capacities and staffing needs / oversight as well as troubleshooting problems as necessary
- Manage staff including recruiting & hiring qualified and enthusiastic employees, performance management, training and development
- Work closely and cooperatively with the clinical directors as well as develop a close relationship with R&D in partnering to bring on new NGS assays and/or improve existing assays
Requirements: - S. in Biology, Chemistry or related area, PhD in a Biological Science preferred
- 5+ years’ relevant laboratory experience required
- 3+ years’ experience with Next Generation Sequencing assays. Involvement with the development, implementation and troubleshooting of assays
- Experience developing, launching and overseeing assay performance highly desired
- 3+ years’ supervisory or management experience in a lab environment required.
- Experience managing laboratory workflow and scheduling preferred
- Experience in a clinical laboratory, knowledge of regulatory agency requirements (i.e. CLIA, CAP, CA, NY State) and experience with audits is preferred.
- Excellent technical and troubleshooting skills
- This position requires an individual who is a motivational and authentic leader who can “get results through trusting relationships”
- Strong leadership skill set. Ability to create, then lead teams to take ownership of projects from their design to timelines to implementation
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate to all levels of employees, including direct reports, peers, and executives
To apply, please send resume to nichok6@labcorp.com or visit www.jobs.labcorp.com and search for Requisition #18-86127 https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/clk/426649811;228555217;n?https://jobs.labcorp.com/?utm_source=ascp.org&utm_campaign=labcorp_opportunities&utm_medium=job_posting&utm_content=niche_site&ss=paid |
