Industry: Clinical Diagnostics / Genetics / Molecular Cytogenetics
Location: Alpharetta, GA
Compensation: 160k - 180k annual
Type: Direct Hire
Job Functions
- Provide strategic, scientific, and operational leadership for the Genetics Department, ensuring compliance with applicable clinical laboratory regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
- Direct and oversee daily laboratory operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and reliable genetic testing and reporting.
- Develop and maintain an effective departmental structure to support uninterrupted laboratory operations, regulatory compliance, and scientific integrity.
- Oversee patient report sign-out activities in collaboration with the Pathology team, ensuring accuracy and validity of test results.
- Direct the development, implementation, and maintenance of laboratory procedures, testing methods, and Quality Control processes.
- Assume responsibility for the review and approval of laboratory activities, including internal and external Quality Control and validation of new equipment, methods, and testing procedures.
- Support strategic planning, business development, and implementation of new genetic testing technologies, laboratory services, and diagnostic assays.
- Lead initiatives involving microarray testing strategies and technical-only Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization (FISH) services.
- Provide scientific and technical expertise in cytogenetics, molecular cytogenetics, oncology genetics, and related diagnostic testing.
- Collaborate with internal departments and external customers to address scientific, medical, laboratory, and patient-reporting inquiries.
- Review and approve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Genetics Department.
- Maintain laboratory accreditation and Quality Assurance programs in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
- Serve as the primary departmental representative during laboratory inspections, regulatory audits, and accreditation assessments.
- Ensure timely investigation and implementation of corrective actions related to audit findings, laboratory deficiencies, and Quality System issues.
- Develop and deliver scientific presentations and technical training for employees, customers, and professional meetings.
- Provide scientific guidance and consultation on complex laboratory testing and technical issues.
- Oversee departmental training programs and ensure personnel competency, procedural compliance, and adherence to laboratory policies.
- Mentor, train, and develop Associate Genetics Directors and other laboratory personnel.
- Monitor developments in clinical laboratory medicine, oncology genetics, cytogenetics, and emerging diagnostic technologies.
- Maintain required professional licensure, certifications, and continuing education to ensure compliance with applicable standards.
- Foster a collaborative departmental culture that promotes teamwork, knowledge sharing, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.
- Support long-term laboratory planning, growth strategies, and organizational performance initiatives.
- MD or PhD in Genetics or a closely related scientific discipline required.
- Completion of a two-year American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG)-approved training program required.
- Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant clinical laboratory experience.
- Extensive knowledge and demonstrated expertise in cytogenetics, molecular cytogenetics, and Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization (FISH).
- Strong experience in cancer cytogenetics, including complex cancer karyotyping using microscopy and molecular approaches.
- Experience with constitutional and prenatal cytogenetics, including Products of Conception (POC) testing.
- Familiarity with advanced genetic and diagnostic testing technologies, including microarray testing.
- Demonstrated experience overseeing clinical laboratory operations, Quality Control, method validation, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience developing, reviewing, and approving laboratory SOPs, testing procedures, and Quality Assurance documentation.
- Strong understanding of clinical laboratory accreditation requirements and applicable regulatory standards.
- Experience supporting laboratory inspections, audits, and corrective action initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to provide scientific and technical leadership in a clinical diagnostics environment.
- Experience mentoring, training, and developing scientific and laboratory personnel.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex scientific and technical information to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with Pathology, laboratory operations, executive leadership, and external customers.
- Strong strategic planning and operational leadership skills with the ability to support laboratory growth and new testing initiatives.
- Certification by the American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG) or equivalent qualifications and certifications acceptable for a CLIA laboratory director.
- New York State Certificate of Qualification (COQ) in Cytogenetics and Molecular Cytogenetics preferred.
- Valid California Clinical Cytogenetics license preferred.
- Clinical diagnostics laboratory and professional office environment.
- Regular use of computers and laboratory information systems for reviewing patient reports, laboratory documentation, and scientific data.
- May require standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods while overseeing laboratory operations and administrative responsibilities.
- Ability to review detailed microscopic images, cytogenetic results, laboratory reports, and technical documentation.
- May require working within clinical laboratory environments while following established safety, infection control, and regulatory procedures.
- Must maintain compliance with laboratory safety requirements and applicable policies.
Estimated Min Rate: $126000.00
Estimated Max Rate: $180000.00
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We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- MetLife Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
- Referral Bonus Programs
- Certification and training opportunities
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