Laboratory Supervisor

US Biolab; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

US Biolab seeks an experienced Laboratory Supervisor to manage the Histology & Molecular laboratory in Germantown, MD. The role emphasizes leadership, regulatory compliance, and ensuring high-quality slide preparation with strong IHC capabilities.

The ideal candidate has supervisory experience in a research or clinical lab, extensive histology and IHC expertise, and familiarity with GLP and FDA regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a histology/molecular lab.
• Extensive hands-on histology including tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, staining.
• Strong hands-on IHC experience including assay setup and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day histology operations, ensure compliance with regulations.
• Supervise staff, conduct evaluations and development.
• Monitor workflow, troubleshoot quality issues, and optimize processes.
• Ensure quality tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and H&E/IHC staining.
• Oversee IHC workflows, antibody validation, protocol standardization, QC.
• Maintain and update SOPs including IHC protocols.
• Train staff in histology and IHC techniques and instrumentation.
• Manage inventory of IHC reagents, antibodies, and controls.
• Participate in hiring and onboarding; support R&D and assay validation.
• Provide bench support as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Histology techniques

Immunohistochemistry (IHC)

GLP & FDA regulations

LIMS familiarity

Staff training

Project management

Workflow optimization

Education

AS or HT (ASCP)

BS in biological/physical sciences

NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program

Tools

Leica IHC platform

Ventana

Dako/Agilent

Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)

Job description

Laboratory Supervisor – Histology & Molecular

Location: Germantown, MD

Schedule: Monday–Friday (Day Shift)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and detail-oriented Laboratory Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of our histopathology and Molecular laboratory. This role is ideal for a certified histotechnologist with strong technical expertise and leadership experience in both routine histology and molecular services, especially Immunohistochemistry (IHC).

The successful candidate will ensure high-quality slide preparation, maintain compliance with regulatory standards, and support a collaborative laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the histology laboratory, ensuring efficiency and compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Supervise histotechnologists, laboratory assistants, and support staff, including performance evaluations and staff development.
• Monitor laboratory workflow, troubleshoot technical and quality issues, and elevate as needed.
• Ensure high-quality tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining (H&E and IHC) to support accurate pathological evaluation.
• Oversee and optimize IHC workflows, including antibody validation, protocol standardization, troubleshooting staining issues, and quality control.
• Maintain, review, and update laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs), including IHC protocols, to ensure adherence to best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Train staff on histology and IHC techniques, instrumentation, and workflow optimization.
• Manage inventory, including IHC reagents, antibodies, and controls, ensuring proper storage, tracking, and cost control.
• Participate in hiring processes, including interviewing and onboarding new staff.
• Support special projects and research & development (R&D) initiatives, including assay development and validation.
• Provide bench support when needed (e.g., microtomy, staining).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience

• Proven supervisory experience in a research or clinical laboratory setting with a strong understanding of laboratory management principles.
• Extensive hands-on experience in histology techniques, including tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining.
• Strong hands-on experience with Immunohistochemistry (IHC), including assay setup, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with automated IHC platforms (e.g., Leica, Ventana, Dako/Agilent)
• Strong understanding of laboratory management principles and workflow optimization.
• Familiarity with GLP standards and FDA regulations related to clinical laboratories and drug development.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) for data tracking and reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• AS degree in Biological/Physical sciences or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• HT (ASCP)
• 5 years Histology experience.
• Hands-on experience with Immunohistochemistry (IHC).
• Current state licensure, if applicable
• Meet all of the qualifications listed in the Policy for Minimum Qualification for Histotechnician and Histology Supervisor.

Preferred Work Experience:

• BS degree in biological/physical sciences
• HTL (ASCP)
• Graduate of a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program
• 5 years of histopathology experience, with 1-2 years in a leadership role

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
• Frequent walking and/or standing.
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual tools and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity

EDUCATION

Associates Degree(Required)

Bachelor's Degree

LICENSE CERTIFICATIONS

Current state licensure, if applicable(Required)

HT (ASCP) (Required)

HTL (ASCP)