Clinical Lab Operations Manager (Phase I-III)

arizonaliverhealth; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Liver Health (ALH) is seeking an experienced Laboratory Operations Manager to lead our clinical research laboratories across Phoenix, Flagstaff, and Tucson, ensuring the highest standards of scientific excellence and regulatory compliance.

The role oversees phlebotomy, specimen processing, data transfers to sponsors, and oversees hiring, training, and performance of 8-10 staff. On-site with travel as needed; typical hours 7am-4pm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or related field.
• Phlebotomy certification CPT or similar required.
• National Certification (NCCT or ASCP) or equivalent preferred.
• Five (5+) years' of phlebotomy & specimen processing supervisor experience with demonstrated leadership qualities.
• Experience hiring, leading, training a Phlebotomy team required.
• Clinical Research experience Phase I-III preferred.
• In-depth understanding of regulatory requirements for clinical research laboratories, including GLP.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with investigators, sponsors, clinicians, and other stakeholders to achieve common research goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversite of Phase 1 project set-up with local laboratory facility as well as data transfer to sponsor as required.
• Provide oversite of project set-up with local laboratory facility as well as data transfer to sponsor as required.
• Engage laboratory staff in preparation for new studies. Conduct meetings to discuss protocol, lab manual, specific lab needs, etc
• Work closely with investigators to understand project requirements, provide technical expertise, and contribute to the development of lab specific research protocols.
• Provide leadership oversight for Research Phlebotomy, Specimen Processing and Send outs across multiple ALH and ACT locations.
• Interview, hire and supervise lab staff. Oversee onboarding, training and co-ordinate with site managers to address personnel issues that may occur.

Skills

Phlebotomy certification

Lab operations

Team leadership

GLP knowledge

Clinical research

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Job description

Arizona Liver Health (ALH) is seeking an experienced Laboratory Operations Manager to lead our clinical research laboratories across Phoenix, Flagstaff, and Tucson, ensuring the highest standards of scientific excellence and regulatory compliance.

The role oversees phlebotomy, specimen processing, data transfers to sponsors, and oversees hiring, training, and performance of 8-10 staff. On-site with travel as needed; typical hours 7am-4pm.