Laboratory Manager

Laboratory Manager

Oversee the operations and administration of several departments within a LEVEL II laboratory environment. Manage the daily operations across multiple departments and handle the accessioning of 26-28,000 accessions each night. Align department metric goals and priorities with corporate, divisional, and laboratory-wide objectives.

Responsibilities

• Relate professionally with people and utilize analytical abilities.
• Compose letters and memorandums, coordinate events, and motivate others.
• Employ organizational skills, research information, and manage time effectively.
• Train employees and facilitate written and verbal communications.
• Supervise a lab team consisting of 3 supervisors and over 60 employees.
• Conduct disciplinary actions and lead the hiring process for new employees.
• Serve as the main point of contact for all site operations.
• Manage testing personnel following established standard operating procedures.
• Assist with bench work and mentor employees and supervisors.
• Manage Human Resource functions within the lab.
• Identify problems affecting test performance and take corrective actions.
• Document corrective actions when test performance is not within acceptable levels.
• Oversee coordination of schedules, distribution of work, and usage of laboratory resources.
• Develop and implement improvements to lab workflow.
• Coordinate hiring and training efforts.
• Ensure departmental policies and procedures are optimized.
• Provide leadership to management and other laboratory staff.
• Cultivate a culture of leading by example and fostering a team mentality.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 5-10 years of management experience meeting CLIA requirements.
• Eligibility for MT/MLT certification is a plus.
• 5+ years of MT/MLT experience required.
• Professional-level mathematical, computer, reasoning, and language skills.
• Knowledge of clinical industry trends and technology.
• Excellent interpersonal and strong communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certification in MT/MLT is not required but is a plus.

Work Environment

Work within a LEVEL II laboratory environment, overseeing critical operations and administration across multiple departments. Engage in a professional setting that values leadership, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The role demands adaptability, as tasks may include bench work and managing a significant team.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Chantilly, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $74000.00 - $104000.00/yr.

Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including various insurance plans (medical, dental, vision), a 401(k) with a company match, generous paid time off (PTO), an employee stock purchase plan, health and wellness programs like weight-loss programs and fitness reimbursement, and access to no-charge laboratory testing for themselves.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chantilly,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2025.