General Laboratory Supervisor

Description

Job Summary: Plans, manages and supervises all testing departments including supervision of staff, workflow and quality assurance

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in one of the natural sciences from an accredited institution with 6 years high complexity testing clinical laboratory experience or Master of Science and 2 years high complexity testing clinical laboratory experience (M.S. preferred)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience using LIMS
• Must have toxicology experience

Requirements

 Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of the basic principles and laboratory applications of biology, toxicology and chemistry and ability to apply such knowledge reliably and consistently
• Knowledge of laboratory facilities, methods, equipment, materials
• Ability to reliably perform and evaluate the results of clinical/forensic toxicological tests, Molecular tests, clinical blood testing (i.e. chemistry, special chemistry, hematology, serology and immunology)
• Extensive knowledge of and practice following public health laboratory laws and regulations
• Ability to communicate with staff and clients in a professional, knowledgeable manner
• MUST be able to self-direct, working independently while working in a close team environment
• Organizes and directs all activities of the laboratory.
• Performs routine tests in all areas of the laboratory.
• Accountable for monitoring, interpreting and recording of all testing results including taking remedial actions when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
• Ensures that all company, state and federal regulatory compliance standards and safety precautions are being followed.
• Consults with laboratory manager and Laboratory Director regarding technical issues, staff scheduling and productivity, scheduling of testing, technical and equipment issues.
• Works closely with the Laboratory management and your team in method development, R&D, S.O.P development
• Thoroughly monitors all laboratory equipment and software to ensure accuracy and timeliness of results, including promptly contacting designated Ammon Analytical Manager and/or external vendors for rapid resolution.
• Communicate and answer client calls and queries.
• Provides data regarding testing as requested by management, which included interacting with clients in a professional and positive manner.
• Provides orientation and training for testing personnel and other staff as designated
• Performs annual performance review for assigned direct reports,
• All other assignments as directed by management

2nd shift:

3pm - 11pm - Tuesday - Saturday