Molecular Manager

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401K match

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Job summary

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute is seeking an experienced laboratory manager to lead a molecular diagnostics team. You will oversee NGS, qPCR, and nucleic acid workflows, maintain equipment, ensure QA/QC, and author SOPs while coordinating with the laboratory director.

The role requires strong supervisory skills, familiarity with CAP/CLIA processes, and the ability to train staff across sites.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree requirements with clinical lab experience.
• Experience leading molecular diagnostics teams and SOPs.
• CAP/CLIA familiarity and regulatory awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead laboratory staff in molecular testing including NGS and qPCR.
• Maintain equipment, perform QA/QC tasks, and train staff.
• Write and update SOPs; support CAP inspections and documentation.
• Assist with pipeline automation and data metrics for executives.
• Oversee cross-site operations and staff development.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Self-management

Team leadership

HR management

Problem solving

Education

Ph.D. in Cancer Genetics

M.S. in Cancer Genetics

Bachelor's in related field

Tools

Python

R

SSMS

SSRS

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Job description

WHY JOIN FCS

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.

Date Posted

2026-08-11

Country

United States of America

Location

Corporate Headquarters 3

Travel

25%

Standard Core Workdays/Hours

Monday to Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Job Description Summary

Manage laboratory staff in performing routine and complex molecular based laboratory testing, including next-generation sequencing (NGS), qPCR, and nucleic acid isolation; operating and maintaining laboratory equipment needed to perform daily duties; performing daily QA/QC tasks; training new staff and cross train staff in other assay; assist with new test to be implemented in molecular laboratory with research and development; writing standard operating procedures along with QA analysts; maintaining records for CAP inspections and reinforcing laboratory policies. Assist laboratory director in managing clinical variant scientists and half of the responsibilities include analyzing NGS cases and reports, assisting with implementation of pipeline automation, metrics data collection for executives, and training incoming clinical scientist in analysis and reporting. Demonstrates working knowledge of all facets of role, relevant regulations, and organizational and departmental policies and procedures. Performs other duties and projects as assigned. Performs all duties in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures

Education

Position Qualifications/Requirements

• Ph.D. in Cancer Genetics, Human Genetics, Biological Sciences; or M.S in Cancer Genetics, Human Genetics, Biological Sciences with at least 2 years of experience in clinical laboratories; or bachelor’s with least 5 years of experience in clinical laboratories.

Certifications/Licenses

• MB(ASCP) certification preferred, or required scheduling upon employment
• State of Florida clinical laboratory technologist license in the area pertinent to the testing being performed required (assistance and reimbursement with license will be provided)
• Valid state Driver’s License for travel to satellite offices and offsite meetings. Compliance with the company Driver Safety Operations and Motor Vehicle Records Check Policy is required.

Previous Experience

• Minimum 1 year of related experience in a clinical setting is required OR one year of full-time acceptable veterinary, industry, or research experience in molecular biology laboratory in the U.S. within the last five years.
• 5+ years' experience in a health care setting; Oncology experience strongly preferred.
• 3+ years' experience in a diagnostic laboratory, CAP/CLIA compliance, clinical report writing.
• Familiarity with human mutation databases, oncology-specific variant databases, genome browsers, and HGVS nomenclature.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, excellent communication and writing skills.
• Laboratory experience managing/supervising staff/team members

Core Capabilities

• Analysis & Critical Thinking: Critical thinking skills including solid problem solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management and organizational skills. Must be detailed oriented with the ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Interpersonal Effectiveness: Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness. Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and sometimes emotionally charged matters.
• Communication Skills: Good command of the English language. Second language is an asset but not required. Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation), is an active listener, and effectively provides balanced feedback.
• Customer Service & Organizational Awareness: Strong customer focus. Ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance effectiveness and operational excellence through best practices, strong business and political acumen, collaboration, and partnerships, as well as a positive employee, physician, and community relations.
• Self-Management: Effectively manages own time, conflicting priorities, self, stress, and professional development. Self-motivated and self-starter with ability work independently with limited supervision. Ability to work remotely effectively as required.
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment with demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and demands from a variety of stakeholders and sites.
• Leadership and Mentoring: Effectively lead and facilitate group discussions, coach, mentor, motivate, and engage others to align to a common goal. Ability to effectively lead projects from inception through implementation and assessment.
• Human Resources Management: Effectively hire, coach and support staff develop, as applicable, as well as manage resources, performance, and employee relations, and supervise within established policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Computer Skills:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
  • Proficient in a scripting language, preferably Python or R
  • Data governance knowledge of industry best practice and leading software providers to assist in data steward implementation, maintenance, and support.
  • Familiarity with SSMS, SSRS, Power BI.

SCREENINGS – Background, drug, and nicotine screens

Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening. Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption. In addition, FCS is a drug-free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug/ nicotine testing. Medical Marijuana cards are not recognized.

EEOC

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FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.