Requisition Number
18-76833
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Job Title Senior Clinical Biochemical Genetics Laboratory Director
City
RTP
State
North Carolina
Job Description Join LabCorp Diagnostics and you'll be a part of an innovative life sciences company that is deeply integrated in guiding patient care and providing comprehensive clinical laboratory services. With a mission to improve health and improve lives, LabCorp delivers world-class diagnostic solutions and pioneers new diagnostic technologies to improve the delivery of care. As a member of the LabCorp team, you will support a dedicated staff in resulting over 500,000 clinical samples a day, a volume that demands the most accurate and precise analysis possible. You'll join a collegial scientific staff who appreciates that on the other side of every sample, is a person who depends on us! LabCorp is a leader in laboratory medicine and we strive to meet the rapidly evolving healthcare needs.
Do work that matters. Join LabCorp and be a part of our team bringing laboratory diagnostics to a new level.
The Integrated Genetics division of LabCorp is seeking a Senior Clinical Biochemical Geneticist to join our diverse team of laboratory geneticists and genetic counselors at the Center for Molecular Biology and Pathology located in Research Triangle Park, NC. The Center for Molecular Biology and Pathology is a state-of-the-art facility providing testing in the areas of biochemical genetics, molecular genetics and genomics, cytogenetics, and oncology. The Biochemical Genetics department performs lysosomal enzyme analyses, maternal serum screening, and provides testing services for clinical trials. In partnership with LabCorp's Center for Esoteric Testing in Burlington, NC, the department provides metabolite testing for inborn errors of metabolism, including organic acid, amino acid and acylcarnitine analyses. Experienced, ABMGG Board-certified laboratory directors are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities: - Direct a team of ABMGG certified clinical biochemical geneticists
- Provide technical and strategic guidance for the biochemical genetics department and interact collaboratively with teams across the organization, including research and development, marketing, and other clinical disciplines.
- Review, interpret, and report patient results reliably, accurately, and with integrity
- Make clinical decisions, effectively communicate genetic information related to test results, and provide clinical consultations to health care professionals
- Provide oversight for quality control and quality assurance as appropriate, including setting quality standards for new tests and procedures and participating in proficiency testing
- Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and maintain familiarity with company SOPs and practices and applicable professional guidelines and assure that the laboratory is in compliance
- Analyze data for presentation or publication, review scientific literature and attend scientific meetings
Requirements Required Qualifications: - PhD or MD with relevant genetics and biochemistry experience
- American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG) certification in Clinical Biochemical Genetics
- Minimum 2 years previous experience as a Biochemical Genetics Laboratory Director or Clinical Biochemical Geneticist
Key skills: - Ability to effectively manage individuals and teams
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and be meticulous
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic setting
- Understanding of principles of quality control and assurance
- Experience with mass spectrometry technologies and result interpretation
Shift
1
Work Schedule Monday-Friday-8am-5pm
Department
BioChemical Genetics-3079
