Senior Manager, Operational Excellence and Process Engineering
Core
Senior Manager leading Laboratory Systems Scientists to implement, optimize, and validate laboratory systems, automation platforms, and workflows for non-invasive cancer detection diagnostics.
Role type
Senior Manager, Laboratory Systems & Process Engineering
Builds
Scalable, compliant laboratory operations for cell-free DNA liquid biopsy testing
Domain
Molecular diagnostics, oncology, life sciences
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
Laboratory systems management, process engineering, team leadership, validation & verification, regulatory compliance (CAP/CLIA/GxP), Lean methodologies, cross-functional collaboration, data analysis, technology transfer
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in Life Sciences/Engineering/CS, NGS experience, LIMS/digital workflow tools expertise, strategic problem-solving
Technologies
Automation platforms, LIMS, laboratory informatics platforms, NGS workflows
Responsibilities
Manage and develop Laboratory Systems Scientists team; Lead implementation and optimization of lab systems and automation; Apply Lean principles to improve efficiency and throughput; Ensure compliance with CAP, CLIA, GxP, and ISO standards; Lead validation, verification, and performance qualification activities; Partner cross-functionally on technology transfer and operational readiness.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management