Clinical Laboratory Manager

Lighthouse Lab Services is partnering with a reference laboratory in Denver, CO, to recruit an experienced Laboratory Manager.

The Laboratory Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations of a high-complexity molecular diagnostics laboratory focused on oncology testing. This role ensures efficient workflow, regulatory compliance, quality performance, and timely result reporting while leading laboratory staff and supporting operational strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Laboratory Operations

• Manage daily molecular laboratory workflow to ensure timely report release and TAT compliance

• Troubleshoot technical and operational issues

• Oversee instrument maintenance, calibration, and performance verification

• Lead root cause investigations and implement CAPA actions

• Maintain accurate operational and quality documentation

Team Leadership & Management

• Supervise, mentor, and support laboratory personnel

• Communicate operational expectations and performance goals

• Coordinate with laboratory leadership regarding quality metrics and strategy

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with CLIA and other applicable regulatory requirements

• Oversee quality control programs and proficiency testing

• Monitor quality indicators and support internal and external audits

Equipment & Inventory Management

• Maintain inventory levels to support uninterrupted workflow

• Manage instrument service, maintenance, and calibration records

Preferred Profile:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or related field

• Minimum of 3 years of laboratory leadership or operations experience

• Experience in high-complexity molecular diagnostics preferred

• Proficiency in nucleic acid extraction, PCR/RT-PCR/ddPCR workflows

• Familiarity with NGS workflows and assay validation

• Strong understanding of CLIA regulatory standards

Salary and Benefits:

• 110-140k
• Health, Vision, Dental
• PTO and Holidays

About us:
At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 22 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Lighthouse Lab Services is committed to working and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including persons with disabilities.

If at any time during the application process, you need an accommodation, please contact recruiting@lighthouselabservices.com for assistance.
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