LabCorp is seeking a Associate Technical Director to join our team in Calabasas Hills, CA.
This position will provide technical oversight and work closely with the lab operations team to ensure that we are optimizing assay performance and meeting regulatory requirements.
Job Responsibilities
Oversees scientific and technical direction of the laboratories, including direct responsibility for solving any technical issues.
·Reviews overall performance of each laboratory, including reported reference ranges and types of reports submitted to clients.
Identifies, investigates, and explores the need for new assays, equipment, and processes, finding ways to enhance business performance and opportunities with an awareness of the cost/benefits.
Assists the Quality department to ensure all required regulations are followed and participate in Quality initiatives.
Establishes proper procedures for setup and validation of assays and testing documentation.
Adheres to the standard operating procedures and safety requirements of Esoterix, CLIA, CAP and other regulatory bodies.
Lead the team in CLIA, CAP and other regulatory inspections.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Life Sciences or Chemistry
CLS
Preferred Qualifications
Board Certification from the American Board of Clinical Chemistry or equivalent clinical board program
2 years of experience or more in laboratory
Additional Job Standards:
The ability to lead and work with lab management
Deductive reasoning/analytical skills to reach a resolution to customer inquiries or lab opportunities/issues
Depth and breadth of experience within a clinical lab, understanding validation, quality control and quality management; proficiency testing; and regulatory requirements
Ability to respond to stressful and urgent situations in a timely manner
Knowledge of quality standards and accountable for providing accurate results
At Labcorp we have a passion in helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step!
**Pay Range: $155,000 - $165,000 per hour
All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here.
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