Laboratory Manager, Production

$90,000 - $120,000/Yr

Foresight Diagnostics - Boulder, CO

Full-time - Senior

Boulder, CO

About the position

The Laboratory Manager, Production at Foresight Diagnostics is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Production laboratory, which supports both clinical and translational research functions. This role involves managing personnel, optimizing workflows, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation within the laboratory environment. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and uphold high standards of quality in cancer diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing day-to-day laboratory operations, including testing procedures and result reporting.
• Recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising testing production laboratory staff.
• Facilitating implementation of strategic and operational decisions as a Change Ambassador.
• Developing and implementing efficient laboratory workflows and protocols.
• Participating in and driving cross-functional communication and planning.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, including CLIA, CAP, FDA, and GxP.
• Overseeing maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Supporting management of laboratory supplies and inventory.
• Implementing and enforcing safety protocols and regulations.
• Interfacing with external partners to address inquiries and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvement and quality enhancement.
• Providing ongoing training and professional development for laboratory staff.
• Maintaining proficiency in wet lab processes for testing support.
• Developing contingency plans for emergencies and equipment failures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field (biology, chemistry, medical technology, laboratory management) required; advanced degree preferred.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in people leadership roles within laboratory and operations environments.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in laboratory techniques and procedures relevant to high complexity testing.
• Experience with laboratory instruments and equipment used for high complexity testing.
• Knowledge of quality control principles and practices.
• Ability to analyze and interpret laboratory data and identify trends or deviations.
• Understanding of CLIA regulations, ISO15189, and FDA regulations.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in molecular biology and chemistry techniques.
• Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Clinical Practices (GCP).

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching