Laboratory Manager

Category Laboratory Location Chantilly, Virginia Job function Operations Job family Laboratory Operations

Shift Evening Employee type Regular Full-Time Work mode On-site

Laboratory Manager- Chantilly, VA

Late 2nd shift/ 3rd shift

Benefits/Perks:

• Day 1 Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours

• 15 PTO days first year

• Paid Holidays

• Annual Bonus Opportunity

• 401(k) with matching contributions

• Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonus

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Blueprint for Wellness

• Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs for FT employees who work 30+ hours

• Opportunities for career advancement

• Training provided!

Has the overall responsibility for the planning, coordination, evaluation, and supervision of all technical and/or operational activities and staff members in the laboratory. Responsible for operating the lab with the highest quality, safety and integrity in an efficient and economical manner.

• Plan, assign and direct work in the laboratory. Serve as liaison with other areas as needed.

• Mentor and support direct reports in their responsibilities and functions. Identify and implement training programs as necessary to ensure they receive training in supervisory skill development.

• Define, coordinate and monitor quality assurance programs and supervise activities of the department Quality Coordinator/Representative. Ensure quality control and compliance procedures are followed and QC reports are up to date. Oversee plans and preparations for inspections.

• Oversee staffing of all personnel in the laboratory. Effectively maintain quality staffing by interviewing, hiring, training and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling.

• Identify future needs in terms of staff, equipment, and facilities. Submit appropriate documentation for procurement of such.

• Review test performance, drive process improvements and project management. Prepare and submit required reports to meet established deadlines.

• Manage test database. Ensure departmental standard operating procedures and database accurately reflects the current process.

• Coordinate R&D activities as they relate to operations and actively participate on subspecialty committees, corporate committees and business unit committees as needed.

• Develop annual budget and manage department costs and resources to adhere to budget.

• Resolve problems through interaction with clients.

• Define, coordinate and monitor EHS programs and supervise activities of the Department Safety Coordinator. Ensure EHS regulatory standards and safety procedures are followed. Oversee plans and preparations for inspections.

• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.

• Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.

• Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.

• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.

• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Required Education:

Bachelor's Degree in a biological, chemical or physical science from an accredited institution

United States-educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.

Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation).

Required Work Experience:

Minimum of eight (8) years laboratory experience with at least four (4) years direct supervisory experience in a clinical laboratory.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.

• May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.

Knowledge:

• Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.

• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.

Skills:

• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.

• Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.

• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with employees, co-workers and clients.

• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

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