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Director of Laboratory Operations

ZipRecruiter, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Overview Director of Laboratory Operations, Anatomic Pathology

The Director of Laboratory Operations, Anatomic Pathology will oversee clinical trial testing for phases I, II, and III using Immunohistochemistry (IHC), in situ hybridization (ISH), and multiplex immunofluorescence (mIF) methodologies. The Director will oversee a team of scientists and technologists who develop and validate assays to Sponsors’ specifications, and will deliver test results for clinical trial studies on time and with high quality. The Director will oversee delivery for multiple, concurrent studies, and will work across functions (Project Management, Data Management, Quality Assurance, Environmental Health and Safety) to comply with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee laboratory operations, ensuring adherence to CAP/CLIA regulations, and GCLP standards

Develop and implement strategies for improving workflow, quality control, and patient safety

Collaborate with clinical, administrative, and operational leaders to align laboratory services with organizational goals

Evaluate and optimize Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) or Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Direct complex technical projects, including assay development and validation for IHC, ISH, and/or mIF testing, process standardization, and quality improvement initiatives

Evaluate assay platforms and software to facilitate testing, imaging, and reporting

Work with Quality Assurance to perform assay, platform, and software validations

Work with Quality Assurance to investigate deviations and non-conformances

Perform duties as delegated by the Medical Director of the laboratory

Qualifications

Education:

Master’s degree in clinical science, laboratory science, chemistry, biology, or related field, PhD

Experience

7+ years of progressive leadership in laboratory operations

7+ years of experience in tissue-based laboratory testing

3+ years in clinical trial testing environment with automated stainers (e.g. Leica Bond systems)

Experience with imaging systems (e.g. Vectra Polaris, Aperio)

Experience with image analysis software (e.g. HALO, PathAI, Visiopharm)

Experience with mIF assay development and validation

Experience with Design Control as per 21CFR820

Skills

Strong financial acumen, including budget management and workforce planning

Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies

Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) is a plus

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