Director, Histocompatibility Lab | 24/7 Transplant Operations

The Ohio State University; Oulu; On-site; EUR 160,000 - 214,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Director for the Histocompatibility Laboratory within the Ross | Heart Hospital Administration. This role ensures 24/7 laboratory operations, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and development of clinical and technical protocols with cross‑functional collaboration with transplant teams.

The director oversees personnel management, training, budget development, and service delivery to university and affiliated hospitals, while representing the

Qualifications

• Must hold a PhD in Biology or a field related to immunology.
• Must maintain Clinical Histocompatibility Diplomate status (D-ABHI).
• Must hold certification as an HLA Histocompatibility Lab director (as defined by ASHI).

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall management of the histocompatibility laboratory and quality of operations.
• Direct staff and collaborate with physicians and fellows in transplantation.
• Develop, implement and monitor testing protocols, staff training, and budgeting; ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Quality assurance

Education

PhD in Biology or immunology

Job description

The Ohio State University is seeking a Director for the Histocompatibility Laboratory within the Ross | Heart Hospital Administration. This role ensures 24/7 laboratory operations, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and development of clinical and technical protocols with cross‑functional collaboration with transplant teams.

The director oversees personnel management, training, budget development, and service delivery to university and affiliated hospitals, while representing the