Interim Laboratory Director (Remote)

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; St. Louis (MO); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A biotechnology organization in St. Louis seeks an Interim Laboratory Director for a remote, part-time role lasting 6-12 months. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in laboratory medicine and clinical chemistry, overseeing lab operations and compliance, while ensuring high-quality performance across all testing phases.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of post-training experience in clinical chemistry or laboratory medicine.
• Active, unrestricted medical license in Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations of the CLIA-certified lab, ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Approve laboratory documentation and testing policies.
• Mentor and guide lab personnel in their professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

MD and/or PhD with board certification in Clinical Chemistry

Job description

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Company Overview
This roleis with a biotechnology organization based in St. Louis, Missouri, focused on developing and commercializing high-quality in vitro diagnostics for neurodegenerative diseases. The CAP-accredited, CLIA-certified laboratory specializes in high-resolution mass spectrometry-based biomarker testing. The company supports physicians in clinical decision-making, pharmaceutical companies in clinical trials, and researchers in epidemiological studies.

Position Summary
The Company is seeking anInterim Laboratory Director to oversee the operation and compliance of a clinical laboratory. This will be a remote and part-time assignment that is expected to last approximately 6-12 months. The ideal candidate will have a deep background in laboratory medicine and clinical chemistry, with strong leadership and regulatory knowledge. This role can be performed remotely, with occasional on-site visits as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee operations of the CLIA-certified, CAP-accredited lab, ensuring full compliance with all relevant regulatory agencies (CLIA, CAP, NYS, ISO).
  
• Serve as the laboratory’s CLIA-designated director and assume responsibilities of roles such as Clinical Consultant, Technical Supervisor, or General Supervisor, as needed.
  
• Ensure high-quality performance across all testing phases: pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic.
  
• Approve laboratory documentation, testing policies, procedures, validations, and modifications.
  
• Partner with Company leadership on strategy, goal setting, and performance optimization.
  
• Oversee staffing plans and ensure personnel are qualified, trained, and proficient.
  
• Participate in client-facing meetings, particularly with pharmaceutical sponsors.
  
• Contribute to research initiatives, publications, and scientific presentations.
  
• Support continuous quality improvement through QA/QC programs, KPIs, and audits.
  
• Mentor and guide lab personnel in their professional development.

Qualifications

• MD and/or PhD with board certification in Clinical Chemistry (DABCC or equivalent).
  
• 10+ years of post-training experience in clinical chemistry or laboratory medicine.
  
• Active, unrestricted medical license in the state of Missouri.
  
• New York State Certificate of Qualification (CoQ) is required.

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