Next Generation Sequencing Lab Manager, GeneDx

GeneDx, Inc; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GeneDx, Inc in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a Next Generation Sequencing Laboratory Manager to oversee daily operations of clinical DNA testing. You will ensure quality control and maintain efficient lab operations while adhering to established policies.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 5 years of experience or a Master’s with 2-3 years. Join a rapidly growing lab dedicated to advancing molecular diagnostics for genetic disorders.

Qualifications

• 5 years relevant work experience in molecular technology or comparable skills.
• 2-3 years relevant experience if Master’s degree is held.
• Credentialing as a Molecular Genetics technologist is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the NextGen Sequencing Lab.
• Ensure adherence to quality control policies.
• Identify and correct test performance issues.
• Oversee implementation of new protocols.
• Maintain efficient lab operations.

Skills

Quality control policies

Test analysis

Documenting results

Improving lab workflow

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in medical technology, chemistry, biology, or related life science

Master of Science degree in related field

Job description

Company Description

GeneDx, a division of BioReference Laboratories, is a rapidly‑growing, diverse clinical laboratory in Gaithersburg, MD that provides molecular diagnosis for genetic disorders.

Job Description

Next Generation Sequencing Laboratory Manager

GeneDx is recruiting for a full‑time Next Generation Sequencing Laboratory Manager.

Manages the administration of the daily operations of the NextGen Sequencing Lab that conducts the testing of clinical DNA specimens for the purpose of diagnostic genetic disease, using manual and automated methods in a team environment, and following established policies and procedures in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Manages a group of testing personnel following established standard operating procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting of results to team leads, supervisors, and record‑keeping.
• Ensures that all group members adhere to quality control policies and documents all quality control activities, instruments and procedural calibrations, reagent preparation and testing, and instrument maintenance performed.
• Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance, takes authorized corrective action, and notifies key individuals.
• Oversees implementation of new protocols and QA/QC criteria and detects when test performance is not within acceptable levels; documents all corrective action.
• Maintains efficient lab operations and improves lab workflow and also contributes to reviewing and updating technical SOPs.
• Always be able to document that proficiency testing is performed in the same manner as patient testing.
• Meets or exceeds target workload with high accuracy and attention to detail.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science degree in medical technology, chemistry, biology, or related life science, and meets CLIA and New York State personnel standards criteria, plus 5 years relevant work experience in molecular technology or comparable skills and knowledge; or, Master of Science degree in a related field, plus 2‑3 years relevant experience; or, credentialed as a Molecular Genetics technologist.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Job Location

Gaithersburg MD