Caris Life Sciences, Ltd.
Director - Diagnostic Quality Analytics & Reporting
Caris Life Sciences, Ltd., Tempe, Arizona, us, 85285
**Position Summary**
The Director of Diagnostic Quality Analytics & Reporting will build and lead the data, analytics, and reporting backbone that powers Caris’ end-to-end assay quality oversight. This role owns the strategy and execution for data curation, engineering, visualization, and advanced analytics to track, trend, and report daily quality signals—including wet lab bench metrics, sequencing yield, performance of controls and personnel, operator, environmental, and other key performance indicators of the Caris commercial assays. Partnering closely with Quality, Lab Operations/Management, and Executive Leadership, the Director will architect the dashboards, automated alerts, and narrative reporting that drive proactive decision-making, audit readiness, and continuous improvement across lab operations.
**Job Responsibilities*** MS/PhD in Data Science, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, or related field (or BS with significant equivalent experience).* Strong data visualization (ggplot2 preferred, Seaborn, AltAir acceptable).* Experience in creating reports using Tableau (preferred) or PowerBI.* Proficient in extracting data from a variety of sources, including Linux file systems, AWS s3, MySQL databases, ad-hoc Excel spreadsheets and the ability to rapidly visualize desired content.* 7+ years building production-grade analytics solutions in diagnostics, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or high-throughput labs.* Expert Python (pandas, NumPy, SciPy), SQL, and data engineering fundamentals (ETL/ELT, APIs).* Proven expertise with enterprise dashboard packages (data modeling, DAX/LOD, governance, performance tuning, time-series analysis).* Hands-on experience with control charts/SPC, reliability/quality analytics, and statistical testing; familiarity with DoE preferred.* Experience integrating data from LIMS, instruments, and environmental monitoring systems; familiarity with GxP/CSV practices.* Working knowledge of CLIA/CAP, 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, MDSAP, and IVDR requirements as they relate to data, metrics, and documentation.* Basic understanding of Next Generation Sequencing.* Team leadership experience directing the work of technical professionals and developing technical talent in others.* Direct management experience including significant people and project management with individual accountability to deliver large scale project results. Demonstrated track record of success.* Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization in order to achieve the desired results.* A motivated, goal-orientated individual who can work effectively, both independently and as part of a team.* A professional outlook and attitude, with superior oral/written communication skills, including strong presentation skills.* Proven ability to manage time effectively, respond quickly to changing priorities, and adapt within a fast-paced environment.* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.* Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint.* Communication – Proficient verbal and written communication skills; willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization in order to achieve the desired results.* Teamwork – Commitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other members of the team.* Customer Service Focus – Demonstrate a focus on listening to and understanding client/customer needs and exceeding service and quality expectations. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The Director of Diagnostic Quality Analytics & Reporting will build and lead the data, analytics, and reporting backbone that powers Caris’ end-to-end assay quality oversight. This role owns the strategy and execution for data curation, engineering, visualization, and advanced analytics to track, trend, and report daily quality signals—including wet lab bench metrics, sequencing yield, performance of controls and personnel, operator, environmental, and other key performance indicators of the Caris commercial assays. Partnering closely with Quality, Lab Operations/Management, and Executive Leadership, the Director will architect the dashboards, automated alerts, and narrative reporting that drive proactive decision-making, audit readiness, and continuous improvement across lab operations.
**Job Responsibilities*** MS/PhD in Data Science, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, or related field (or BS with significant equivalent experience).* Strong data visualization (ggplot2 preferred, Seaborn, AltAir acceptable).* Experience in creating reports using Tableau (preferred) or PowerBI.* Proficient in extracting data from a variety of sources, including Linux file systems, AWS s3, MySQL databases, ad-hoc Excel spreadsheets and the ability to rapidly visualize desired content.* 7+ years building production-grade analytics solutions in diagnostics, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or high-throughput labs.* Expert Python (pandas, NumPy, SciPy), SQL, and data engineering fundamentals (ETL/ELT, APIs).* Proven expertise with enterprise dashboard packages (data modeling, DAX/LOD, governance, performance tuning, time-series analysis).* Hands-on experience with control charts/SPC, reliability/quality analytics, and statistical testing; familiarity with DoE preferred.* Experience integrating data from LIMS, instruments, and environmental monitoring systems; familiarity with GxP/CSV practices.* Working knowledge of CLIA/CAP, 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, MDSAP, and IVDR requirements as they relate to data, metrics, and documentation.* Basic understanding of Next Generation Sequencing.* Team leadership experience directing the work of technical professionals and developing technical talent in others.* Direct management experience including significant people and project management with individual accountability to deliver large scale project results. Demonstrated track record of success.* Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization in order to achieve the desired results.* A motivated, goal-orientated individual who can work effectively, both independently and as part of a team.* A professional outlook and attitude, with superior oral/written communication skills, including strong presentation skills.* Proven ability to manage time effectively, respond quickly to changing priorities, and adapt within a fast-paced environment.* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.* Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint.* Communication – Proficient verbal and written communication skills; willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization in order to achieve the desired results.* Teamwork – Commitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other members of the team.* Customer Service Focus – Demonstrate a focus on listening to and understanding client/customer needs and exceeding service and quality expectations. #J-18808-Ljbffr