Molecular Diagnostics Operations Lead

Yale University; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 82,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale University in New Haven seeks a Laboratory Manager to lead multi-site operations across the Molecular Diagnostics area. You will oversee staffing, workflows, and quality controls, collaborating with Lab Directors and section managers to improve end-to-end processes and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes leadership, data-driven decision making, and training of fellows and staff, with a focus on integrating new sites and maintaining diagnostic integrity across platforms.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of laboratory experience in Molecular biology.
• Minimum 3 years of management experience in a laboratory.
• Strong interpersonal, management and technical skills.
• High level verbal and written communication skills.
• High level organizational and analytic skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all operational aspects of multi-site labs.
• Manages and coordinates all laboratory staffing.
• Collaborate with section managers to improve end-to-end specimen flow, communication, and turnaround time.
• Work closely with peer leaders across Anatomic Pathology to support coordination of workflows and services.
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at streamlining processes and enhancing alignment across laboratory sections.
• Foster a collaborative environment built on shared goals, transparency, and mutual accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Molecular biology knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Molecular Biology or related field

MB (ASCP) Certification

Job description

Yale University in New Haven seeks a Laboratory Manager to lead multi-site operations across the Molecular Diagnostics area. You will oversee staffing, workflows, and quality controls, collaborating with Lab Directors and section managers to improve end-to-end processes and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes leadership, data-driven decision making, and training of fellows and staff, with a focus on integrating new sites and maintaining diagnostic integrity across platforms.