Technical Operations Supervisor - Night Shift
Atlanta, GA
Position Overview: A leading molecular diagnostics testing laboratory dedicated to providing accurate and timely diagnostic services is currently seeking a driven, motivated, and multi-faceted Technical Operations Supervisor. This role will be located in the greater Atlanta, GA area. The Technical Supervisor will play a critical role overseeing the daily operations of a PCR-based testing laboratory. This position will be on a night shift schedule (12am-10:30am Monday-Thursday).
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and manage the daily operations of the molecular diagnostics laboratory.
- Ensure all laboratory procedures are performed in accordance with established protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Implement and monitor quality control and quality assurance programs.
- Lead root cause analysis of non-conformances and deviations.
- Be responsible for ensuring proficiency testing results submissions for CAP, CLIA, HHS, etc.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise.
- Design and carry out equipment validations and present findings to senior leaders.
- Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory standards.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree or PhD degree in biology, clinical laboratory science, or related discipline
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a molecular diagnostics laboratory, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of high complexity diagnostic techniques
- Experience with QuantStudio 12K required and with OpenArray is preferred
- Direct experience with CAP/CLIA inspections
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Certification by a recognized professional organization (e.g., ASCP, ASQ, etc.) is preferred.
