Histocompatibility Lab Assistant Director - Quality Lead

Annual Dialysis Conference; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Annual Dialysis Conference seeks the Histocompatibility Lab Assistant Director to lead pre- and post-transplant testing, HLA typing, crossmatching, and related clinical consultation, including on-call assessments. The role involves planning, quality assurance, and resident teaching within the Histocompatibility Laboratory supporting multiple transplant programs.

Responsibilities include setting department goals, maintaining quality plans, ensuring SOP compliance, coordinating inspections, and

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in immunology, genetics, or related science.
• 1-2 years of postdoctoral training or histocompatibility/immunogenetics experience.
• ACHI certification within one year.

Responsibilities

• Establish department goals; ensure SOPs meet regulatory standards.
• Oversee quality assurance programs and internal audits.
• Coordinate inspections (CAP/ASHI/OSHA/CLIA) and licensure updates.
• Train staff and residents; maintain competency assessments.

Skills

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Quality assurance

Laboratory leadership

Immunology knowledge

Education

Doctoral degree in immunology/genetics/biological science

Job description

Annual Dialysis Conference seeks the Histocompatibility Lab Assistant Director to lead pre- and post-transplant testing, HLA typing, crossmatching, and related clinical consultation, including on-call assessments. The role involves planning, quality assurance, and resident teaching within the Histocompatibility Laboratory supporting multiple transplant programs.

Responsibilities include setting department goals, maintaining quality plans, ensuring SOP compliance, coordinating inspections, and