Clinical Director - Genetics/Genomics

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona is seeking a Genetics/Genomics Clinical Director to enhance its laboratory's genetics program. This role emphasizes proficiency in cytogenetics and molecular genetics, driving innovation and implementing new diagnostic tests.

The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in a relevant field and be board certified or eligible. Responsibilities include overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring high-quality patient care, and collaborating with clinicians and regulatory bodies.

The position offers a stimulating environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• ABMGG board certified or eligible in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics.
• Completion of relevant training and certification in the field.
• Experience with regulatory agencies required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical, scientific, and technical direction to the laboratory.
• Review and document clinical test results within established times.
• Interact with clinicians regarding laboratory tests.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Experience with regulatory agencies

Experience with Six Sigma

Education

PhD in clinical laboratory science or related field

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Genetics/Genomics Clinical Director to join our growing laboratory and help expand our genetics/genomics program. This role offers the opportunity to deepen expertise across cytogenetics, including chromosome analysis, FISH, and microarray, as well as molecular genetics/genomics, including PCR, NGS, and pharmacogenomics (PGx), while contributing to the growth of our genetics/genomics service line.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• ABMGG board certified or board eligible in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (LGG), or board certified in both Clinical Cytogenetics and Genomics and Clinical Molecular Genetics and Genomics.
• PhD in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or in chemical or biological sciences.
• Completion of relevant training and certification/licensure as required by the field of study.
• Experience with Six Sigma or other industry quality methods and practices.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for providing expertise in a diagnostic clinical setting within a specialized field of study, using standard diagnostic methods required for a laboratory health care system. The Clinical Director provides medical, scientific, and technical direction to the laboratory, implements new diagnostic tests, and interacts with clinicians in both medical center and outpatient environments.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Reviews, releases, and correlates clinical data utilizing standard laboratory procedures to diagnose the presence and stage of diseases from body tissue, fluids, secretions, and other specimens, and reviews, interprets, and documents clinical test results within established turnaround times.
• Honors requests for consultations from clinicians regarding the appropriateness and interpretation of laboratory tests, ensuring quality patient care through comprehensive consultation services.
• Provides input for new research developments in the appropriate fields of expertise, making recommendations for incorporating new tests into development.
• Provides educational programs for the medical and laboratory staff as required.
• Interacts with internal (Client Services, Support Services, lab staff, Sales and Marketing) and external customers to facilitate and foster the transfer of information related to medicine and science, and works closely with Sales staff to provide appropriate medical scientific support.
• Provides oversight and guidance to laboratory Technical Directors, Supervisors, Technical Specialists, and Technical Staff in the area of expertise as needed.

SCOPE AND COMPLEXITY

This position provides consultation to the clinical laboratory within the area(s) of expertise to maximize quality of patient care and minimize overutilization of laboratory resources. The individual will assume supporting responsibilities as required by the Medical Director of the Division and will participate as a consultant to Banner Healthcare with laboratory program stewardship as required. Internal customers include laboratory staff, hospital staff, pathologists, and medical directors. External customers include physicians’ offices, patients, vendors, regulatory agencies, and educational facilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Excellent problem‑solving skills. Ability to drive technological change and innovation. Excellent communication skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

PhD in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or in chemical or biological sciences. Completion of training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Board certification or eligibility by the appropriate specialty board, or any appropriate State DOH personnel license/eligibility as required by the field of study.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies.
• Experience with Six Sigma or other industry quality methods and practices.

EEO STATEMENT

EEO/Disabled/Veterans. Our organization supports a drug‑free work environment.