Biobank Director

OneOncology; Shirley (NY); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists is seeking an experienced Biobank Director to lead the biobank operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive growth in biobanking services.

The role requires oversight of collection, processing, storage, and shipping, plus staff supervision, program development, and sponsor engagement. A master’s degree is preferred and CAP/FDA/IATA training is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, pathology, cell biology, or a related scientific discipline required; master’s degree preferred.
• At least five years of progressive experience in a biospecimen procurement or biobanking environment.
• Previous supervisory experience with leadership and staff development capabilities.
• Advanced knowledge of specimen collection, processing, storage, annotation, and shipping.
• Experience with specimen inventory-tracking databases and laboratory information management systems.
• IATA training required.
• Working knowledge of CAP, FDA, NYSDOH, GCP, ICH, and other applicable standards.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, and Visio.
• Excellent analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations and strategic growth of the Biobank.
• Establish methods, protocols, and service standards to improve operations.
• Evaluate utilization, productivity, service quality, and financial performance.
• Develop relationships with sponsors to promote Biobank services.
• Report specimen-management metrics to support forecasting and decisions.
• Oversee specimen collection, processing, storage, annotation, shipping, and inventory.
• Manage cold-storage units and environmental-monitoring systems.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedule for environmental monitoring.
• Maintain CAP, FDA, NYSDOH, GCP, ICH compliance; ensure licenses.
• Lead SOP development and periodic audits, root-cause analyses, and corrective actions.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate Biobank staff and recruit as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Biobank operations

Data analysis

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Visio

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology/biochemistry/pathology/cell biology or related science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems)

Specimen-inventory databases

Job description

Why Join Our Team? At New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), we are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients, their families, and our communities. Our passionate team of expert oncologists, hematologists, and healthcare professionals work together to provide world-class cancer care close to home. By offering cutting-edge treatments, innovative research, and a patient-centered approach, we are redefining what's possible in the fight against cancer and blood disorders. If you want to be part of a growing organization committed to healing, hope, and advanced care, join us and help make a meaningful impact!

Biobank Director

Organization: New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Compensation: Up to $130,000 annually, based on experience

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists is seeking an experienced Biobank Director to oversee the operations, quality, compliance, and continued growth of our biobanking program. This leadership position will be responsible for optimizing specimen-management processes, maintaining regulatory accreditation, developing new business opportunities, and ensuring the delivery of reliable, high-quality services.

In This Role, You Will

• Lead the daily operations and strategic growth of the Biobank.
• Remain current on emerging biobanking technologies and establish methods, protocols, and service standards that improve operations.
• Evaluate utilization, productivity, service quality, and financial performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop relationships with sponsors and promote the Biobank’s services to support new business development.
• Collect and report specimen-management metrics to support forecasting and operational decision-making.
• Oversee specimen collection, processing, storage, annotation, shipping, and inventory management.
• Manage cold-storage units, environmental-monitoring systems, and contingency plans for unexpected events.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule for environmental monitoring and emergency response.
• Maintain compliance with CAP, FDA, NYSDOH, GCP, ICH, and other applicable regulations.
• Maintain the New York State license for non-transplant anatomic bank operations.
• Lead the application and ongoing maintenance of College of American Pathologists Biorepository Accreditation.
• Develop, review, and maintain standard operating procedures.
• Conduct audits, root-cause analyses, and corrective-action initiatives.
• Resolve specimen-management issues and respond to operational inquiries.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate Biobank staff while promoting a collaborative research environment.
• Assess staffing needs and participate in hiring, performance management, and termination processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, pathology, cell biology, or a related scientific discipline required; master’s degree preferred.
• At least five years of progressive experience in a biospecimen procurement or biobanking environment.
• Previous supervisory experience with demonstrated leadership and staff-development capabilities.
• Advanced knowledge of specimen collection, processing, storage, annotation, and shipping.
• Experience working with specimen inventory-tracking databases and laboratory information management systems.
• IATA training required.
• Working knowledge of CAP, FDA, NYSDOH, GCP, ICH, and other applicable standards.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, and Visio.
• Excellent analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Reliable transportation required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, bend, and reach for prolonged periods.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to work around chemicals, bloodborne pathogens, and bodily fluids.

Join NYCBS and lead a critical program supporting high-quality research, clinical operations, and patient care.

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists is an equal opportunity employer.

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists, the best in Long Island cancer treatment: a comprehensive community oncology center delivering more personalized services and faster access to technologies and treatments. Be part of an innovative team of world class licensed professionals.