Associate Director, Laboratory Operations
Core
Oversees and directs the development, planning, implementation, and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes, and operations for new or existing products and technologies in a CLIA/CAP compliant laboratory environment.
Role type
Senior IC Associate Director, Laboratory Operations
Builds
Manufacturing methods, processes, and operations for cell-free DNA testing products
Domain
Life Sciences / Molecular Biology / Diagnostics
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Manufacturing operations leadership, CLIA/CAP compliance, Budget management, Team leadership, Method validation, Process development, KPI analysis, Regulatory compliance, Strategic planning, Resource allocation (via careerplan.io/jobs/5828546004-associate-director-laboratory-operations-at-natera)
Preferred skills
Contract Research Organization (CRO) production team management, Molecular Biology experience, Executive communication, HIPAA/PHI handling
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace
Responsibilities
Develop and oversee laboratory production processes and procedures; Lead high-performance teams for operations and quality; Manage budgets, revenue, and test volume; Ensure compliance with regulatory parameters; Represent the company during audits and client calls; Establish operational objectives and performance requirements.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership