Laboratory Director

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Laboratory Director to lead the operations of our In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) laboratory at our Franklin, Tennessee facility. This individual will be responsible for overseeing all complex laboratory procedures related to infertility treatment and reproductive technologies.

Key Responsibilities :

Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all IVF laboratory operations to ensure optimal performance and compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.

Direct the recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of professional and support laboratory staff to maintain a high standard of care and service.

Develop and manage quality control (QC), quality assessment (QA), and quality improvement (QI) initiatives; maintain accurate records and analyze data to implement continuous improvements.

Participate in ongoing research initiatives, including oocyte cryopreservation, oocyte maturation, and preimplantation genetic testing.

Ensure adherence to all internal policies, procedures, and external regulatory requirements.

Contribute to organization-wide performance improvement efforts and support a culture of excellence in patient care and laboratory services.

Qualifications :

A Master’s degree in laboratory science is required; a PhD is strongly preferred.

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a human IVF laboratory setting.

Certification as a High-Complexity Clinical Laboratory Director (HCLD) is required.

Demonstrated leadership and management experience in a laboratory environment.

Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Education and Experience :

• Master’s degree in laboratory science required; PhD degree preferred.
• 5+years prior experience in human IVF laboratory.
• Must have HCLD certification.
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to multi-task and work effectively and professionally under pressure and without close supervision.
• Previous management experience is required, managing a team in a laboratory setting.

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