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: $110000 - $130000 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 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

• Bachelors 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.