Genetics Manager (Cytogenetics/FISH)

About This Role

Manage the technical and operational aspects of the Genetics department, focusing on process improvements, staff development, and performance management. Coordinate research and development efforts to enhance test offerings and performance within cancer testing and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation of the Genetics department to maintain an efficient and quality lab
• Ensure productivity, turnaround time, sample quality, failure rate, and abnormal rate meet departmental expectations
• Prepare monthly statistics reports and make recommendations for necessary actions
• Participate in the evaluation and validation of new procedures and instrumentation
• Monitor the quality control assurance programs for the Genetics Department
• Create, update, and maintain the laboratory standard operating procedures (SOP manual)
• Communicate and review all laboratory policies/procedures with the Laboratory Director for approval and implementation
• Monitor staffing needs, recruit, and interview new applicants
• Prepare semi-annual/annual evaluation of laboratory staff, make recommendations for salary increases, promotions, coaching, and performance improvement
• Ensure a safe working environment by maintaining strict adherence to company safety policies and procedures
• Assure that the laboratory adheres to compliance with policies set forth by the company and governmental and non-governmental regulating agencies
• Participate in proficiency testing for the Genetics Department, including CAP/CLIA/OSHA
• Monitor quality improvement/established thresholds and make recommendations for corrective and preventative action
• Participate in the budgeting and planning process for the laboratory and review operational costs for proper cost containment
• Coordinate training programs with the training coordinator for new employees

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in a laboratory science
• NCA/ASCP Certification
• 10 years genetics experience in a reference laboratory Genetics department
• 3-5 years supervisory experience
• Good communication skills
• Working knowledge of laboratory procedures and instrumentation
• Problem solving skills to evaluate, differentiate and resolve technical and instrumentation issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a laboratory science
• 10 years genetics experience in a reference laboratory Genetics department, including 3-5 years supervisory experience

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