Scientific Director
Core
Provide scientific, technical, and operational leadership for a clinical pathology laboratory, overseeing new testing methodologies, platforms, and R&D initiatives while ensuring regulatory compliance and quality standards.
Role type
Senior IC scientific director (clinical laboratory)
Builds
Clinical laboratory testing services and diagnostic capabilities
Domain
Healthcare + Clinical Laboratory Science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Laboratory leadership, method validation, regulatory compliance (CLIA/CAP), strategic planning, Lean Six Sigma, mentorship, stakeholder engagement
Preferred skills
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
Technologies
Clinical testing platforms, laboratory information systems
Responsibilities
Direct technical development and validation of new testing methodologies; Ensure scientific integrity and regulatory compliance of all testing processes; Mentor scientists and laboratory professionals; Partner with operations leaders to drive quality and productivity; Coordinate long-range planning for laboratory capabilities and technology investments; Develop relationships with physicians, clients, and regulatory agencies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight
