Chief Scientific Director, Forensic Toxicology Lab

Cordant Health Solutions; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Cordant Health Solutions seeks a Scientific Director to serve as Laboratory Director for its high‑complexity clinical and forensic drug testing laboratories, providing technical and administrative leadership with CLIA, CAP Forensic Drug Testing accreditation, and NY State licensure responsibilities. Reports to the COO.

The role oversees strategic lab direction, competency systems, proficiency testing compliance, safety standards, and a robust QA program, including CAPA, R&D collaboration, and

Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree or MD/DO with appropriate board certification and licensure.
• At least 2 years directing/high‑complexity testing in forensic toxicology.
• 20 CE credits in clinical lab operations related to director responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide laboratory-wide scientific and technical leadership.
• Ensure accreditation/licensure with CAP, CMS/CLIA, NY DOH, and other bodies.
• Oversee QA program, CAPA, and quality improvement meetings.
• Direct personnel selection, training, and competency monitoring.
• Serve as laboratory expert for test interpretation and witness testimony.

Skills

Laboratory leadership

Analytical toxicology

Expert testimony

Regulatory compliance

LIMS proficiency

Education

Doctorate (Ph.D.) in biology/chemistry/toxicology/related field

Board certification in relevant field

NY Laboratory Director Qualification Certificate (Forensic Toxicology/Clinical Chemistry)

Tools

LIMS systems

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Cordant Health Solutions seeks a Scientific Director to serve as Laboratory Director for its high‑complexity clinical and forensic drug testing laboratories, providing technical and administrative leadership with CLIA, CAP Forensic Drug Testing accreditation, and NY State licensure responsibilities. Reports to the COO.

The role oversees strategic lab direction, competency systems, proficiency testing compliance, safety standards, and a robust QA program, including CAPA, R&D collaboration, and