Seattle Lab Testing Supervisor - Lead & QA

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Onsite health clinic

Paid time off (vacation/sick/holidays)

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is seeking an Alliance Laboratory Testing Supervisor to support daily lab operations, oversee personnel, and maintain quality standards. The role includes training, competency maintenance, and coordination with HR on personnel actions.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a lab science, 4 years of lab testing experience, and leadership experience in a clinical setting. Location is Seattle, with lab hours M-F and weekend coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology, or equivalent education per 42CFR493.1489(b)(3).
• Certification as MLS/MT or equivalent with continuing education through ASCP/AMT/AAB.
• 4 years of laboratory testing experience with human samples.
• At least 1 year in a lead/senior tech/coordinator/supervisor role in a clinical lab.
• Knowledge of CLIA and CAP regulations.
• Direct or indirect leadership of lab projects (new test validation, process improvement, etc.).
• Excellent written and oral communication; proficient with MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Support the Alliance Lab quality improvement and quality assurance program with the Lab Quality team.
• Assist in recruiting, hiring, training, and evaluations for the team.
• Coordinate proficiency testing as required by accrediting agencies.
• Contribute to policy and procedure development and revisions with the Testing Manager team.
• Ensure safety compliance with institutional, state, and federal standards.
• Oversee maintenance of instrumentation and inventories; advise on new instruments and supplies.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is seeking an Alliance Laboratory Testing Supervisor to support daily lab operations, oversee personnel, and maintain quality standards. The role includes training, competency maintenance, and coordination with HR on personnel actions.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a lab science, 4 years of lab testing experience, and leadership experience in a clinical setting. Location is Seattle, with lab hours M-F and weekend coverage as needed.