Supervisor, Analytical Laboratory

Abbott Laboratories; Marshfield (WI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Marshfield, WI, is seeking a Supervisor for Analytical Laboratory to lead a high-complexity testing team and oversee daily operations in a regulated environment.

The role emphasizes implementation of validation studies, quality control benchmarks, staff development, and collaboration with cross-functional managers to meet turnaround times and quality goals.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a lab science or equivalent training; 4+ years of high complexity testing in a clinical lab.
• Familiarity with regulatory bodies such as ISO, OSHA, CAP, CLIA, and state regulators.
• 1+ year of leading or directing people/programs in a lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee high-complexity testing operations and ensure compliant, accurate results.
• Lead and develop analytical staff, including training program development and competency assessments.
• Ensure adherence to all quality and regulatory programs (CLIA, CAP, ISO, OSHA) and manage budgets and resources.
• Lead validation of new high-complexity methodologies and support integration of new technologies.
• Coordinate instrument performance, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting with vendors and engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Team management

Quality control

Communication

Education

Associate degree in laboratory science

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

ASCP certification (preferred)

Tools

ISO/CAP/CLIA familiarity

Molecular diagnostics instruments

Job description

## Supervisor, Analytical LaboratoryApplylocations: United States - Wisconsin - Marshfieldtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 35000184Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.## **JOB DESCRIPTION:****Position Overview** The Supervisor, Analytical Laboratory reports to the Analytical Manager and oversees both operation and staff associated with high complexity laboratory operations in a specified area of the department. Based on the scope of the assigned area, activities may include process validation, test method validation, risk management, change control, and supplier management, as well as acting as a subject matter expert in the assigned areas and supervising, supporting and guiding day to day operations and a team of employees. This position assists leadership by defining clear and realistic goals, clearing barriers to success, and understanding of skills and tasks associated with successful execution. This person is also responsible for supporting a collaborative environment that promotes positive teamwork where all members are working for the good of Exact Sciences and to ensure analytical laboratory operations are running smoothly.**Essential Duties** Include, but are not limited to, the following:* Maintain compliance with all applicable regulations; ensure that successful, effective, efficient, and safe laboratory practices are adhered to.* Ensure quality management programs are in compliance with CLIA, CAP, OSHA, and other state or federal organizations.* Develop day to day schedules, assign personnel to complete scheduled tasks and reprioritize due to changing business needs.* Develop and monitor quality control benchmarks within processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.* Review, update and maintain standard operating procedures.* Facilitate training of staff including development of training programs and competency assessments.* Work strategically with department supervisors and managers to ensure high complexity testing is completed within advertised turnaround time.* Lead continuous improvement projects and support other area needs dependent on demand. Lead or assist with validation of new high complexity methodologies and/or incorporating new technologies into the department workflow. Ability to effectively manage multiple projects within defined timelines and prioritize when necessary.* Ability to interface, work effectively, and conduct themselves in a professional manner with all levels of the organization, vendors, customers, etc.* Ability to work in a team environment and adapt to changing workload and circumstances effectively; able to respond to new information quickly.* Manage laboratory budgets, ensuring expenditures and resource allocation across projects for general supplies and equipment aligns with approved budgets.* Monitor quality control trends for lab testing on both an operational and personnel level. Coordinate troubleshooting and correcting of issues with reagents, lab practices and/or personnel.* Coordinate and document instrument performance, calibration, maintenance, cleaning and repair.* Assist in laboratory space and facilities planning; recommend capital expenditures related to scalability and resiliency.* Oversee the ordering of laboratory supplies and equipment.* Assist technicians in review of lab issues including being a resource on QC, troubleshooting, and laboratory equipment.* Identify and document non-conforming events, perform root-cause analysis, and develop correct and preventive action plans.* Consistent demonstration of exceptional leadership qualities, including but not limited to the ability to attract and retain the best team, foster a culture of high performance, lead with integrity, humility, accountability, and courage, and set a clear vision to energize teams towards the future.* Effectively manage, support, and guide your team, including, but not limited to delegating tasks and responsibilities, assess employee performance and provide helpful feedback and training opportunities.* Motivate and inspire employees to do their best work through coaching.* Pursue leadership education opportunities.* Maintain morale and support employee engagement initiatives.* Actively pursue cost savings measures in support of meeting or exceeding company goals.* Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.* Maintain regular and reliable attendance.* Ability to work nights and/or weekends, as needed.* Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 60% of a typical working day.* Ability to work seated for approximately 60% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 40% of a typical working day. [Note: office positions can accommodate sitting and standing needs, so this may not be relevant. If use, needs to equal 100%.].* Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 5% of a typical working day.* Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.* Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.* May perform repetitious actions using lab tools.* May be exposed to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, and instruments with moving parts, lasers, heating and freezing elements, and high-speed centrifugation.**Minimum Qualifications*** Associates degree in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution or equivalent laboratory training and experience as defined:* 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that include six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination.* 4+ years of high complexity testing experience in a clinical laboratory setting.* Familiarity with regulatory bodies including ISO, OSHA, CAP, CLIA, and state regulatory bodies.* 1+ years of experience leading or directing people and/or project teams.* Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.* Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.**Preferred Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology or chemical or biological science.* 5+ years of molecular diagnostics experience with in-depth knowledge of quality control, instrumentation, and software used in area of focus.* 2+ years in a role with progressively increasing responsibilities, such as quality and control, lead technologist, or technical specialist.* Possession of active ASCP certification in QLS, MLS, MLT, or MB.**The base pay for this position is**$78,000.00 – $156,000.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.## **JOB FAMILY:**Operations Quality## **DIVISION:**ONCO Cancer Diagnostics## **LOCATION:**United States > Marshfield : 4001 S. Business Park Ave## **ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:**## **WORK SHIFT:**Standard## **TRAVEL:**No## **MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:**No## **SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:**Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday), Routine work with chemicalsAbbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO\_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO\_Spanish.pdf