Position Summary

The Manager of Molecular Operations is responsible for the operation of the Molecular Lab within clinical business.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the Molecular department.

• Manage annual department budgets.

• Oversee the completion of department personnel performance reviews.

• Ensures department metrics are gathered, analyzed, and reported concerning the status of department operations.

• Support compliance to all applicable regulatory and standard requirements (CLIA, NYS, CAP, ISO, etc.).

• Achieve department goals and objectives; guides staff members in establishing appropriate priorities; periodically evaluates department and personnel performance in relation to goals and objectives.

• Consult with the Laboratory (Medical) Director and other professional on staff, as needed.

• Make recommendations regarding hiring, discipline and promotion of subordinates; authorizes leave and overtime; evaluates and rates employee performance.

• Maintain confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with federal, state, and local guidelines and regulations.

• Represent the Molecular department at Management Review meetings.

• Develop, train, and mentor staff.

• Supports the general supervisor in achieving compliance with CLIA, CAP, NYS DOH and ISO 15189 2012.

• This position has been delegated the responsibility of assessing employee competencies.

• Accepts other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science related field.

• 6+ years of experience in molecular methods in a CLIA, NYS, CAP, ISO regulated environment.

• Knowledge of laboratory safety and quality control procedures and regulations.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Internet for business use.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a science related field.

• Supervisor experience within a clinical lab setting is preferred.

• Demonstrate clear ability to explain previous molecular assay experience, including the function of positive/negative controls, sample results, and data interpretation.

• Possess relevant molecular skill set consisting of molecular fundamentals such as: RNA and DNA extraction, PCR, reverse transcription, and gel electrophoresis. Experience with real-time PCR, microarray, fragment analysis, Sanger sequencing, and Next Generation Sequencing preferred.

• CLSp(MB), MB(ASCP) certification.

Physical Demands

• Must possess ability to sit, stand, and/or work at a computer for long periods of time.

• May have exposure to blood-borne pathogens, extreme temperatures, high noise levels, fumes, and bio-hazardous material/chemicals including formalin in the lab environment.

• Visual acuity and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail. Ability to pass a visual color discrimination test.

Training

• All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.

Other

• This position requires periodic travel and some evenings, weekends and/or holidays.

Conditions of Employment: Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check ( applicable for certain positions) and reference verification.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.