Director - Histocompatibility Lab

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 175,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Director for the Histocompatibility Lab at University Hospital. The role leads all technical operations, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with transplant teams and administrative leadership.

Responsibilities include personnel management, process development, training, and cross-institution collaboration to ensure high-quality histocompatibility services 24/7 across affiliated hospitals and organ procurement organizations.

Qualifications

• Doctorate required with professional credentials.
• Experience leading histocompatibility/lab operations is essential.
• Strong understanding of regulatory standards and accreditation processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall management of the histocompatibility laboratory.
• Develop and monitor testing protocols, QA, and staff training.
• Prepare and manage budgets; ensure 24/7 operations with cross-hospital coverage.
• Represent OSU Wexner Medical Center with professional organizations and agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Laboratory management

Quality assurance

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Staff training

Education

PhD in Biology or Immunology

Job description

## Director - Histocompatibility LabApplylocations: University Hospitaltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R129901Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact [e-mail]. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions.**Current Employees and Students:**If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to Workday to use the internal application process.Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following:* Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.* Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.## Job Title:Director - Histocompatibility Lab## Department:Ross | Heart Hospital AdministrationSCOPE OF POSITION Individual is responsible for histocompatibility laboratory compliance with regulatory and accreditation agency standards, quality assurance, development of laboratory processes, clinical protocols and budget preparation and monitoring. The histocompatibility laboratory operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and provides services to University Hospital, Ross Heart Hospital, The James Cancer Center, Nationwide Children's Hospital and Lifeline of Ohio Organ Procurement Organization.POSITION SUMMARY The Director of the histocompatibility laboratory reports directly to the Administrative Director of the Comprehensive Transplant Center for business related activities and routinely collaborates with the Clinical Consultant for the histocompatibility laboratory. This individual is responsible for the overall management of the histocompatibility laboratory, the quality of operations and services provided by the histocompatibility laboratory, including the responsibility for reviewing and overseeing all technical aspects of the laboratory. This individual directs technological staff and works closely with attending physicians and fellows in both solid organ and bone marrow transplantation in the design, implementation and review of all technical processes that involve the histocompatibility laboratory. This individual is responsible for personnel management and ensuring customer service, development, implementation and monitoring of testing, staff training and evaluation and budget management. The Director also represents The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center at local, regional and national levels as a liaison between the medical center and the various laboratory and transplant related organizations, agencies and professional organizations.Minimum Education Required Doctorate (Professional)Required Qualifications -Must hold a PhD in Biology or a field related to immunology -Must hold certification as an HLA Histocompatibility Lab director (as defined by the American Society of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics by a board approved by Health and Human Services (HHS)) -Must maintain Clinical Histocompatibility Diplomate status (D-ABHI) conferred by the American Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics## Additional Information:#histocompatibility #laboratory #lab #tissue typing #transplant #leader #director #ABHI #regulatory## Location:University Hospital - Doan Hall (0089)## Position Type:Regular## Scheduled Hours:40## **Shift:**First Shift***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.***Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions.The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.