Laboratory Operations Manager

4 weeks ago

Lenexa, Kansas, United States Eurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics Full time
Job Title: Laboratory Operations Manager

Job Summary:

The Laboratory Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Clinical Laboratory. This includes managing key indicators, working closely with the Director of Clinical Lab Operations, and ensuring that all test systems are properly operating.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage key indicators of clinical lab performance
  • Work closely with the Director of Clinical Lab Operations to ensure test systems are properly operating
  • Develop effective working relationships with Regulatory Affairs to ensure GLP compliance, CLIA certification, CAP certification, and state licensing
  • Employ sufficient number of properly qualified lab personnel to meet growing test volumes
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve processes, workflow, and throughput
  • Work closely with the Clinical Lab Director to facilitate quality control, quality assurance, and technical competency programs
  • Manage clinical lab budget and vendor contracts
  • Conduct lab team meetings to focus on associate training, development, and continuous improvement
  • Manage and direct activities of direct reports through effective hiring, onboarding, training, and supervision
  • Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with direct reports to discuss performance goals, progress, and career growth and development
  • Assess team members through performance reviews and coach associates through necessary performance improvements
  • Represent the department and organization favorably and in accordance with established Company standards and associate attributes

Qualifications:

  • Extensive PCR experience and a high knowledge base for sequencing and NGS
  • Bachelor's Degree in biological, physical, chemical, or clinical laboratory science, plus six years of clinical laboratory experience required; OR Master's degree in similar fields plus four years of clinical laboratory experience; OR PhD in similar fields plus two years of clinical laboratory experience
  • Minimum of one year of supervisory experience in a laboratory setting required; 2+ years preferred
  • Demonstrated large project management skills
  • In-depth knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements
  • Ability to make independent decisions regarding matters of significance
  • Demonstrated leadership and critical thinking abilities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Goal-oriented, with excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to interact effectively and work efficiently with people at all levels in an organization
  • Keenly attentive to detail
  • Ability to keep sensitive information confidential
  • High level of proficiency with PC-based software programs

Physical Requirements:

  • Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard and other office equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead
  • Ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably with sufficient volume to ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time as necessary in the laboratory (4 or more hours)
  • Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 15 pounds
  • Physical dexterity sufficient to move body frequently around laboratory equipment and instrumentation
  • Ability to continuously operate a personal computer for extended periods of time (4 or more hours)
  • Mental acuity sufficient to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments, and decisions

Additional Information:

Eurofins Viracor LLC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following conditions:

  1. Drug Screen: Successful candidates will be required to pass a standard drug screen as part of the pre-employment process.
  2. Background Check: A thorough background check will be conducted for all potential employees. This may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, education verification, and employment history.
  3. Visa Sponsorship: Eurofins Viracor LLC does not sponsor employment visas. All candidates must have the legal right to work in Lenexa, KS without requiring sponsorship. Unless approved by HR and supporting parties.

What We Offer:

  • Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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