Director, Genomics Lab Technology Platforms

Baylor Genetics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Genetics seeks a Head of Lab Technology Platforms to advance the laboratory technology infrastructure and optimize bioinformatics pipelines, data systems and LIMS. This role drives QA/QM activities to ensure scalable, compliant genomic operations and collaborates cross-functionally to reduce turnaround times and support innovation in clinical diagnostics.

The Head will lead a team of bioinformaticians and programmers, work with IT and clinical teams, and ensure alignment with genomics

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical discipline (Master’s preferred).
• Strong software engineering skills and strong project management experience.
• Familiar with bioinformatics and genomics pipelines.
• Experience in production environment in both on-prem HPC and cloud computing.
• Familiar with high throughput genomic technologies.
• Familiar with wet-lab workflow.
• Strong communication skills are required.
• Experience with CLIA/CAP-regulated environments and laboratory systems integration.

Responsibilities

• Deploy software tools from external/internal groups and ensure fit with system requirements.
• Responsible for daily bioinformatics pipeline performance.
• Maintain daily pipeline operations to sustain end-to-end processes.
• Collaborate with lab operations to meet performance, scalability, and compliance needs.
• Monitor system performance and drive continuous improvement across platforms.
• Oversee LIS/LIMS deployment to streamline sample tracking and workflow automation.
• Deploy and support data analysis tools for genomic datasets and visualization.
• Assist in deploying cloud-based solutions for data management.
• Ensure platforms comply with CLIA/CAP/HIPAA standards.
• Support QA and validation for new instruments and automation systems.
• Maintain lab technology SOPs and documentation.
• Coordinate with bioinformatics/IT/clinical teams to align strategies.
• Lead a technical team of bioinformaticians and programmers.

Skills

Software engineering

Project management

Bioinformatics pipelines

HPC & cloud

Genomics technologies

Wet-lab workflow

Communication

QA requirements

CLIA/CAP compliance

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering/CS

Master’s preferred

Tools

LIMS/LIS systems

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

On-prem HPC

Job description

Baylor Genetics seeks a Head of Lab Technology Platforms to advance the laboratory technology infrastructure and optimize bioinformatics pipelines, data systems and LIMS. This role drives QA/QM activities to ensure scalable, compliant genomic operations and collaborates cross-functionally to reduce turnaround times and support innovation in clinical diagnostics.

The Head will lead a team of bioinformaticians and programmers, work with IT and clinical teams, and ensure alignment with genomics