Senior Laboratory Supervisor: Serology & QA Leader

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Arkansas, through the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, seeks a Laboratory Supervisor/Expert to oversee daily operations of state laboratory units. You will lead staff, ensure testing, reporting, and compliance with quality standards, and coordinate resources to support mission objectives.

Responsibilities include supervising technologists, implementing QC measures, reviewing results, assisting in method validation, and maintaining calibration records.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in laboratory science with leadership experience.
• Experience in QA/QC and regulatory compliance.
• Strong documentation and supervision skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of laboratory staff in testing and reporting.
• Ensure safety, state policies, and laboratory procedures.
• Monitor laboratory workflow to maintain quality standards.
• Review and approve laboratory results when appropriate under certification.

Skills

Leadership

Quality assurance

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Laboratory Science or related field

Tools

LIMS

Plate readers

Calibration equipment

Job description

The State of Arkansas, through the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, seeks a Laboratory Supervisor/Expert to oversee daily operations of state laboratory units. You will lead staff, ensure testing, reporting, and compliance with quality standards, and coordinate resources to support mission objectives.

Responsibilities include supervising technologists, implementing QC measures, reviewing results, assisting in method validation, and maintaining calibration records.