Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Manager

Job Number: 48029

Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Manager

Job Description:

Our client has an opening for a Clinical Laboratory Scientist Support the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) project. NHANES collects health data and laboratory specimens from participating civilians in the United States (U.S.) to monitor the health and nutritional status of the U.S. population. Participate in the design and management of the study and oversee a broad range of moderate complexity clinical laboratory and laboratory-related activities including development of study protocols, training programs, data management, budget management, competency assessments, and reporting. Work in this position involves managing local and remote teams, extensive use of computers, coordination with team members and supervisors, and up to 25% of travel. Interest and prior experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: hands on clinical laboratory experience, team management, proficiency in clinical laboratory practices, specimen handling and processing, proficiency using laboratory information management systems, interest in working in a research environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage activities as a biospecimen task lead including management of up to five CLIA certified Mobile Examination Center (MEC) units and moderate complexity laboratory bio- and environmental sample collection, processing, storage and shipping.

• Oversee collection, processing, and shipping of biological and environmental samples according to U.S. and international regulations.

• Oversee entering and management of clinical data in a laboratory information management system (LIMS).

• Oversee quality control activities (e.g., QC checklists).

• Keep track of schedules and execute periodic quality assurance (QA) activities.

• Contribute to study design and reporting.

• Manage study operations (e.g., staffing, supplies, budgets, scheduling, reporting).

• Develop and execute training programs for laboratory personnel.

• Develop procedure manuals, QC checklists, and SOPs.

• Review and approve forms (e.g., timesheets).

• Administer competency assessments.

• Supervise 6+ lab staff, medical laboratory scientists/technicians (MLS/MLT) in a CLIA/CAP certified/accredited health care setting.

Education Requirements:

• BS/BA/MS degree from an accredited institution with professional training in a laboratory science or related field.

• Certified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA).

• A Bachelor Degree and at least 10 years or a Master degree and at least 6 years of experience.

Desired Background/Skills:

• Technical consultant and/or technical/general supervisor experience.

• To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

• Knowledge of CLIA, OSHA, and HIPAA

• Knowledge of standard laboratory safety procedures.

• Knowledge of shipping requirements for biological samples.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Advance computer proficiency using Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Teams.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Ability to be flexible in working assigned tasks.

• Ability to work independently and with teams.

• Up to 25% domestic travel.

Qualifications:

• At least one year experience in clinical hematology in a CLIA/CAP certified/accredited laboratory

• 3-4 years of management experience.

• Experience and ability to supervise local and remote teams.

• Experience in moderate- and/or high-complexity clinical testing.

• Experience in other clinical laboratory testing specialties, e.g. chemistry, molecular genetics, immunology, microbiology.

Other Information:

• Monday - Friday with the ability to work Saturdays as needed.

Greene Resources is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.