Cytogenetics / Molecular Director

Cytogenetics Director

Nashville, TN

We are looking for an experienced, board-certified Cytogenetics Director to join our laboratory team in the Nashville, Tennessee area.

Qualifications :

Certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics in Clinical Cytogenetics and meeting the requirements for a Director of Clinical Cytogenetics of The College of American Pathologists and CLIA regulations.

PhD in Clinical Cytogenetics or equivalent.

Analytical ability to maximize processes and operating efficiency.

A minimum of 2 years experience as laboratory director or director training fellowship

Clinical research experience and publication of work are preferred.

Expert knowledge of clinical testing processes and procedures.

Laboratory or manufacturing facility experience is a plus.

Duties :

Provide technical and scientific direction to the cytogenetic laboratory.

Reporting karyotyping studies in a timely manner.

Develop validation and reporting new test.

Maintain quality control standards according to CAP and CLIA regulations

Ensure staffing schedules are well coordinated.

Maintain knowledge of all regulations pertinent to Cytogenetics.