Associate Laboratory Director, Clinical Molecular Genetics

Sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD seeks an Associate Laboratory Director to supervise advanced molecular assays and drive the introduction of new technologies. The role collaborates with Operations leadership and performs clinical test sign-out, ensuring compliance with CAP/CLIA/FDA guidelines.

Experience in PCR-based oncology testing and NGS is preferred. The candidate will participate in lab management, QA/QC, and education, including presentations and rotations for staff and residents.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD required with ABMGG board certification in Clinical Molecular Genetics and Genomics (LGG).
• 2+ years post-ABMGG fellowship experience required; 4+ years preferred.
• Must meet CLIA/CAP genetics laboratory director qualifications; NYS qualification preferred for responsibility areas.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and report clinical cases in molecular diagnostics; assist with assay design and validation.
• Lead development and implementation of complex assays and new technologies, with QA/QC oversight.
• Participate in clinical test result sign-out and strategic/operational planning.
• Share responsibilities in lab management and supervise educational programs for staff and trainees.
• Present Sanford Medical Genetics Laboratory work at conferences and meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Lab management

Clinical molecular genetics

Genomics

Regulatory compliance

Education

PhD in Molecular Genetics

ABMGG Certification in Clinical Molecular Genetics and Genomics

MD (optional)

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Compensation

Union Position: No

Department Details

Summary

The Associate Laboratory Director will collaborate with the Director of Operations and any Assistant Technical Laboratory Director(s) in addition to other laboratory leadership to supervise the development and implementation of complex clinical molecular assays, introduction of new technologies, participate in clinical test result case sign-out and have shared accountabilities for strategic and operational planning.[DF1.1][Be1.2] This position requires a demonstrated experience in fostering organization culture of shared accountability and improvement driven teamwork. The position may function as the CLIA/CAP or technical section/laboratory director.

Job Description

The primary responsibility of the candidate will be to interpret and report clinical cases in molecular diagnostics and assist with assay design, feasibility studies, and clinical validation consistent with all regulatory guidelines (CAP, CLIA, FDA, etc.).

The ideal candidate will have experience in PCR for the evaluation of oncologic diseases, and constitutional molecular genetic testing, including next-generation sequencing. The candidate will also have experience or interest in development & validation of LDTs, implementing and monitoring QA & QC, and interpretation of laboratory results in a clinical (hospital/ in-patient and clinics/ outpatient) setting. The candidate is also expected to share responsibilities in lab management and to participate in research and departmental educational programs, including but not limited to presentations and rotations for the technologists, pathology residents, and fellows.

The candidate will attend conferences/meetings and present Sanford Medical Genetics Laboratory work as appropriate.

Essential Functions

• Implements programs as needed to comply with diverse healthcare laws or regulations.
• Deals effectively with ambiguity and uncertainty; recovers from disappointments and setbacks.
• Delivers written and oral communication, responds to questions and concerns, and produce specific outcomes and impact.
• Manages conflicting priorities effectively.
• Adheres to compliance requirements in a specific area of healthcare practices.
• Applies key aspects of continuous improvement processes and evaluates impact on quality.
• Creates a reputation of communicating effectively with technical and business staff.
• Develops a culture in which all members work constructively to improve the performance of individuals and the team.
• Identifies available resources and support systems for troubleshooting.
• Promotes organizational learning through knowledge management, training and development, and sharing key experiences.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Medical Doctor (MD) degree required.
• At least two years of experience post-ABMGG fellowship is required. Four years of experience is preferred. Must meet the regulatory requirements to full fill the CLIA/CAP genetics laboratory section director qualifications. Those who have worked as an acting laboratory director in high-complexity clinical molecular laboratory and have NYS Qualification in areas of responsibility for the laboratory will be given preference.
• ABMGG board certified in Clinical Molecular Genetics and Genomics or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (LGG) is required.
• Must maintain board certification as indicated.

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