Molecular Laboratory Supervisor

Join a team where curiosity, collaboration, and clinical excellence come together.

We are seeking a Molecular Laboratory Supervisor who is passionate about advancing patient care through accurate, high-quality laboratory testing. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys mentoring others, and brings a positive, solutions-oriented mindset to their work each day.

 Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Little Silver, NJ

Compensation: $110,000 - $130,000 annually

Compensation packages based on your unique skills, experience, and qualifications

As of the date of this posting, RCCA offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. In addition to the salary, we provide: Health, dental, and vision plans, Wellness program, Health savings account - Flexible spending accounts, 401(k) retirement plan, Life insurance, Short-term disability insurance, Long-term disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay, Tuition discounts with numerous universities.

We believe these benefits underscore our commitment to the well-being and professional growth of our employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Daily Laboratory Operations

• Oversee day-to-day Molecular, FISH, and Flow Cytometry laboratory workflow.
• Perform and verify staff training and competency assessments.
• Process and analyze specimens according to laboratory procedures.
• Troubleshoot technical and operational issues.
• Maintain, calibrate, and perform preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments.
• Plan daily work schedules and assignments.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of results.
• Maintain accurate operational and quality documentation, including instrument maintenance and calibration, quality control      checks, environmental and safety monitoring (temperature, incubators), reagent and consumable preparation, proficiency testing documentation, records for send-out specimens.
• Process specimens for send-out testing as needed.
• Participate in development and implementation of new instruments and procedures.

 Team Leadership & Management

• Supervise, mentor, and support laboratory personnel.
• Conduct hiring, training, coaching, and performance evaluations.
• Communicate operational expectations and performance goals.
• Collaborate with laboratory leadership on quality metrics and operational strategy.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements (CLIA, CAP, COLA, OSHA, etc.).
• Oversee quality control programs and proficiency testing.
• Identify and resolve issues impacting test performance or result reporting.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Support internal and external audits.

Equipment & Inventory Management

• Maintain inventory levels to support uninterrupted workflow.
• Ensure reagents, consumables, and other solutions are prepared, properly stored, viable, and documented, with lot numbers, expiration dates, and any quality control checks recorded.
• Oversee instrument service, maintenance, and calibration records.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related healthcare field.
• Certification required: AMT, ASCP, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years’ laboratory experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong familiarity with regulatory standards (CLIA, CAP, COLA, state regulations).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong multi-tasking, critical thinking, and technical problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Physical Demands

• Frequent sitting/standing and use of hands for fine motor tasks.
• Occasional lifting/carrying of items up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to operate laboratory instruments and perform precise lab work.

Work Environment

• Office and laboratory setting with significant interaction with staff, management, auditors, and clients.
• May require some travel by air or automobile.
• Adherence to OSHA and Universal Precaution procedures.