Associate Director, Laboratory Operations

TL;DR

Associate Director, Laboratory Operations (Biotech): Oversee development, planning, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes and operations for laboratory products and technologies with an accent on compliance with CLIA/CAP guidelines and efficient use of materials, equipment and staff. Focus on providing operational and strategic leadership, optimizing production performance through KPIs, budget management and high-performance team development.

Location: San Carlos, CA

Salary: $155,800 - $194,700 USD

Company

Global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health.

What you will do

• Provide operational and strategic leadership to assigned laboratory products in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Participate in budget preparation, monitor revenue, expenses, test volume, FTE efficiency and production performance.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal parameters including CLIA/CAP guidelines.
• Lead high-performance teams accountable for operations, quality, customer service and departmental success.
• Develop and champion KPIs to optimize department performance and production processes.
• Represent the company during audits, client calls and build partnerships to achieve business objectives.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree (or equivalent) in STEM-related field; Biological Sciences preferred.
• At least 8 years’ experience with 5+ years overseeing manufacturing or CRO production team at leadership level.
• Experience managing CLIA/CAP CRO production team highly preferred.
• Experience in Molecular Biology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google products.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization and interpersonal skills.

Nice to have

• ASCP MLS certification or ability to obtain.

Culture & Benefits

• Annual performance incentive bonus and long-term equity awards.
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off, company holidays and additional wellness/work-life benefits.
• Free testing for employees and families, fertility care benefits, pregnancy/baby bonding leave.
• Commuter benefits, employee referral program.