Lab Supervisor - Chemistry/Immunoassay

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Join Us as a Clinical Sample Analysis Supervisor - Make an Impact at the Forefront of InnovationThe Clinical Sample Analysis Supervisor supervises laboratory unit and assists in overseeing and supervising daily work activities within the laboratory unit to ensure efficient and effective scientific and administrative operations. Operates, maintains, and repairs clinical laboratory equipment within the scope of training including routine preventive maintenance, calibrations, and safety checks. Oversees and reviews area weekly and monthly Quality Control and maintaining QC database. Set up and validate new assays as assigned by the manager.

What You'll Do:• Perform and report routine and complex laboratory analyses that require advanced evaluation and judgment skills. Use set protocols and guidelines to evaluate credibility and accuracy of test results and provide data for validation to supervisors and managers. Perform work in an efficient manner by coordinating personnel and testing steps to achieve maximum productivity.• Ensure that quality control procedures are carried out. Monitor and resolve instrument problems. Implement new technology and instruments for unit according to established protocols.• Gather data for quality improvement activities within section and participate in comparison studies of precision, accuracy, and linearity for new or existing assays according to established protocols.• In conjunction with laboratory senior management, develop new policies and procedures for the unit and write Standard Operating Procedures.• Serve in a mentor to team members providing guidance and reviewing and checking work. Train and assess the competency of staff in the unit and issue formal evaluations. Recruit, interview, and hire new staff.• Regularly interact with non-laboratory departments to organize work flow, trouble shoot problems, and find resolution in order to meet client expectations.

Education & Experience Requirements:• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0 to 5 years).• 1+ year of leadership responsibilityIn some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:• Excellent critical thinking skills• Exceptional time management and organizational skills• Excellent oral and written communication skills• Ability to multi-task• Proven problem solving/troubleshooting abilities• Demonstrated leadership abilities• Ability to provide guidance on analytical issues and regulatory requirements• Ability to adapt to changes in workflow, unusual circumstances, and high pressure and time sensitive environments• Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment

Working Conditions and Environment:• Work is performed in an office and/or a laboratory and/or a clinical environment with exposure to electrical equipment.• Occasionally drives to site or client locations, occasionally travels within the United States.• Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. Rare exposure to skin and lung irritants, radiation, toxic materials and hazardous waste.• Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves.• Exposure to fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures on rare occasions.

Why Join Us?

When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience—and where your contributions truly make a difference.

Apply today to help us deliver tomorrow’s breakthroughs.