CLIA Laboratory Director

CLIA Laboratory Director

• Interpret and sign out high-complexity molecular cases, including NGS, PCR, and MRD, ensuring accurate and timely diagnoses, as part of our busy molecular pathology service
• Medical leadership of MRD assay development, validation, interpretation, and integration into clinical workflows and reporting systems in the North Carolina laboratory
• Serve as CLIA Laboratory Director for the Durham site, overseeing regulatory compliance, SOPs, personnel competency, and inspection readiness
• Oversee quality assurance, quality control, proficiency testing, and improvement initiatives across molecular and hematopathology testing
• Collaborate with supervisors, operations, and quality teams to ensure efficient, accurate, and compliant testing processes
• Act as a clinical liaison for internal teams and external clients, supporting case resolution and strengthening physician relationships
• Contribute to publications, presentations, and internal discussions on new technologies and diagnostic strategy
• Mentor pathologists, technologists, and staff, promoting a collaborative, high-performance culture aligned with company values
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Molecular Pathology Services or the VP Medical Services or senior leadership in support of medical or regulatory goals

• M.D. or D.O. degree required;
  Fellowship training and Board certification in Molecular required, Hematology board certification in addition preferred
• 5+ years of molecular pathology experience required, including a strong working knowledge of next generation sequencing; hematopathology experience including flow cytometry interpretation preferred
• Board certification in Molecular Genetics Pathology through the American Board of Pathology
• Active unrestricted Medical License to practice in the state of NC or willingness to apply for such licensure
• Other state medical licensures a plus, including CA, FL, and NY
• The applicant should either have or be willing to apply for NY state COQ for molecular diagnostics. NY state COQ for flow cytometry is also desired.