Medical Director, Laboratory Operations
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Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
Laboratory Setting Office Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses gowning gloves lab coat ear plugs etc.)Job Description
About Us:
At Thermo Fisher Scientific youll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our PPD Laboratory Services team and contribute to improving patient health. Our world-leading scientists and experts deliver groundbreaking innovations with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
Role Summary:
The Medical Director of Laboratory Services is responsible for directing planning and managing the scientific and medical quality of the technical department. This role involves working closely with scientists and medical laboratory scientists to develop and optimize clinical assays. The Director provides expert advice to management and technical personnel on development technologies and activities and is accountable for the quality and timeliness of projects involving themselves or their colleagues.
Role Responsibilities:
- Select and validate test methods monitor quality control and ensure compliance with quality and licensing regulations.
- Review corrective and preventative action plans safety procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Provide clinical consultations to laboratory clients and ensure test results include all pertinent information for accurate interpretation.
- Direct research and development of new assays troubleshoot and improve current assays and participate in continuous improvement efforts.
- Assist in the formulation of sales and marketing objectives identify new clients and services and represent the organization to the scientific community.
- Oversee laboratory operations ensuring compliance with SOPs and client requirements.
- Manage project contracts scope pricing and client interactions.
- Lead and develop staff including hiring performance management and professional development.
- Ensure financial goals are met through strategic planning and project management.
- Provide medical consultation assess adverse events and ensure safety during clinical trials.
Qualifications:
- M.D. D.O. or D.D.S. degree or an earned doctoral degree (e.g. Ph.D. Sc.D.) in a relevant chemical physical or biological science major from an accredited institution.
- 10 years of experience leading multi-departmental clinical or analytical laboratories and developing and executing protocols. Or equivalent and relevant combination or education training & experience that provides the knowledge skills and abilities to perform the job.
Years of experience refers to typical years of related experience needed to gain the required knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Years of experience are not to be used as the only determining factor in establishing the job class or making employment selection decisions
Working Environment:
- Work is performed in an office laboratory and/or clinic environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.
- Frequently drives to site locations frequently travels within the United States occasional international travel.
- Rare exposure to biological fluids potential exposure to infectious organisms.
- Personal protective equipment is required frequently such as protective eyewear garments and gloves.
- Exposure to fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures on rare occasions.
Apply now to be part of a team that is at the forefront of scientific innovation!
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
