Dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Natera’s cell-free DNA tests help protect health and inform more personalized decisions about care. Backed by Lightspeed and Sequoia.
About the role
The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and many other professionals from world-class institutions, who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera, you’ll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you’ll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- BS/BA (or equivalent) in a biological science, similar field of study, or equivalent. MS is preferred
- California licensed Clinical Lab Scientist or CGMBS preferred
- 10+ years of experience in laboratory administration or related field
- 5+ years of management & leadership experience
- 5+ years of high-complexity-testing, high volume lab operations
- Lean Six Sigma experience, Black Belt certified is a plus
More about this role
POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Director, Laboratory Operations is responsible for the management and oversight of all aspects of operations in order to provide the highest quality service including: clinical laboratory and laboratory operations. Knowledge of CAP, CLIA, California, and New York state regulations.
- Develop policies, procedures, and performance standards to ensure efficiency and quality.
- Ensure efficient and customer-friendly service.
- Oversee all clinical and technical functions of laboratory, which includes: day-to-day production, equipment and reagent qualification, and training.
- Lead trouble-shooting teams to address urgent issues.
- Ensure that operations maintain all personnel, equipment and consumable resources necessary to match the demand and projections.
- Maintain and expand laboratory infrastructure, including personnel, equipment, and inventory.
- Ensure efficient and effective use of resources and personnel within laboratory.
- Lead process improvements throughout the laboratory.
- Operationalize and implement new product launches.
- Maintain the resources required for effective turnaround times for all patient testing.
- Organize training and...
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