Laboratory Supervisor, Lab Management
Core
Lead people and operational processes for efficient, compliant, and reliable testing in a clinical trials laboratory supporting next-generation sequencing (NGS), focusing on Receiving & Accessioning, Materials Management, and Equipment/Cold Storage.
Role type
Senior people manager (Laboratory Supervisor)
Builds
Clinical trial testing capacity and sample integrity for next-generation sequencing
Domain
Life Sciences / Clinical Laboratory Operations / NGS
Required skills
Specimen receiving and accessioning, Pre-analytical workflows, Inventory management, Equipment and cold storage management, Team leadership, Regulatory compliance (CAP/CLIA), Quality Management Systems (QMS), LIMS/LIS systems
Preferred skills
Master's degree in life sciences, Direct people-management experience in clinical/regulated labs, High-volume lab operations, Temperature-controlled storage operations
Technologies
LIMS, LIS, Electronic sample tracking systems
Responsibilities
Lead daily receiving and accessioning operations including specimen receipt, inspection, and data entry; Oversee laboratory materials management and inventory control to ensure supply availability; Manage equipment and cold storage operations including preventive maintenance and alarm response; Directly manage and develop employees through coaching, performance management, and recruiting; Ensure departmental activities comply with QMS, GDP, and regulatory requirements (CAP, CLIA, OSHA); Drive process improvements to reduce errors and increase operational efficiency.