Molecular Diagnostics Lab: Operations Leader

The University of Kansas Health System; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Missouri seeks a Manager of Molecular Diagnostics to lead the division, ensure accurate patient testing, and maintain regulatory compliance. You will oversee staffing, budgeting, quality assurance, and external accreditation activities, collaborating with medical directors to align test performance with safety and service goals.

The role emphasizes leadership, strategic planning, and continuous improvement to deliver high-quality results for patients and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology, MLS, or Physics from an accredited program.
• Minimum 2+ years supervising a high-complexity PCR/NGS molecular lab.
• Minimum 5+ years ASCP MLS/MB with PCR/NGS experience.

Responsibilities

• Set strategy to meet current and future needs in molecular diagnostics.
• Ensure development and validation practices meet regulatory requirements and document test performance.
• Establish and maintain a quality control program with proficiency testing and corrective actions.
• Oversee staffing, recruitment, training, payroll, and performance reviews; ensure adherence to policies.
• Ensure patient test results are reported only after corrective actions and system readiness.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Regulatory compliance

Quality assurance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology, Medical Lab Science, or Physics

ASCP MLS/MB certification

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System in Missouri seeks a Manager of Molecular Diagnostics to lead the division, ensure accurate patient testing, and maintain regulatory compliance. You will oversee staffing, budgeting, quality assurance, and external accreditation activities, collaborating with medical directors to align test performance with safety and service goals.

The role emphasizes leadership, strategic planning, and continuous improvement to deliver high-quality results for patients and