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Science Director - ImmunologyQuest Diagnostics • San Juan Capistrano, CA, United States
Science Director - Immunology

Science Director - Immunology

Quest Diagnostics • San Juan Capistrano, CA, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Pay Range : $165,000 - $195,000 / year

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information :

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include :

  • Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
  • Best-in-class well-being programs
  • Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
  • healthyMINDS mental health program
  • Vacation and Health / Flex Time
  • 6 Holidays plus 1 MyDay off
  • FinFit financial coaching and services
  • 401(k) pre-tax and / or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Annual incentive bonus plan (10% target for this position)
  • Matching gifts program
  • Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
  • Career advancement opportunities and so much more!

Science Director, Immunology Onsite in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Quest Diagnostics is a leading provider of clinical laboratory testing for the diagnosis and management of disease, working together with healthcare providers and patients to create a healthier world, one life at a time. The Scientific Director for Immunology, in collaboration with the Medical Director, will provide leadership for the Immunology Department at the Nichols Institute in San Juan Capistrano, one of Quest Diagnostics' several Esoteric Laboratory centers of excellence

Responsibilities

  • Direct and provide oversight of testing at the Nichols Institute in San Juan Capistrano for allergic and autoimmune disorders (including neuroimmunology), markers of acute and chronic inflammation, monoclonal gammopathy, immunodeficiency diseases and measurement of therapeutic monoclonal immunoglobulins and their antibodies.
  • Work with clinical laboratory operation staff to ensure that assays are performing as expected and laboratory practice meets CLIA, CAP and State regulatory requirements.
  • Review Immunology procedures and suggest changes to improve assay performance, including sensitivity & specificity, efficiency and turnaround time
  • Provide clinical leadership for Immunology assays — from development through launch
  • Partner with R&D and Regulatory teams on for Immunology assay development including clinical validations and submissions to meet regulatory requirements (FDA, CLIA, CAP, CLEP).
  • Participate in overall quality management of the Nichols Institute Immunology Department including quality control, proficiency testing, the overall testing process, corrective actions, CLS competency assessment and continuing education
  • Partner closely with various Subspecialty teams, product managers, sales and marketing staff to provide advice and guidance regarding medical, scientific, business and policy decisions involving Immunology testing
  • Interact with collaborators in academic medical centers and to improve the quality of Immunology testing
  • Facilitate and consult on the involvement of Immunology testing in new clinical research proposals and advise senior management regarding potential collaboration with industry
  • Serve as a trusted scientific advisor to internal teams, healthcare providers, and external partners
  • Support scientific communication, education, and medical marketing initiatives
  • Participate in change management and support technology roll outs
  • Attend national and local meetings to maintain and build knowledge in Immunology, represent Quest Diagnostics and drive the vision for the department
  • Experience working in a matrixed environment a plus
  • Qualifications

  • PhD in Immunology or a specialty related to Immunology
  • California License or eligible is required to perform job duties as Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) and the ability to obtain a CA Directors License
  • DMLI(ASCP) or equivalent is preferred
  • PhD California laboratory director license or eligibility, preferred
  • Two-five years relevant experience in Clinical Immunology
  • NY State CoQ holder in Immunology or ability to obtain CoQ
  • Knowledge of clinical lab operations, immunology testing, and regulatory pathways
  • Strong communicator who can bridge clinical expertise with business needs
  • Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
  • Passion for improving patient care through science and innovation
  • Organization Description

    Equal Opportunity Employer : Race / Color / Sex / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Religion / National Origin / Disability / Vets or any other legally protected status.

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