Laboratory Compliance Officer

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Laboratory Compliance Officer to help drive a culture of quality, safety, and regulatory excellence across our laboratories. In this role, you will partner with the Director of Compliance to implement and maintain SOPs, monitor adherence to policies and regulations, and provide hands-on guidance to managers and staff. Your work will be essential in ensuring our laboratory operations maintain the highest standards of integrity, accuracy, and compliance.

We put our employees' health first by covering 100% of their medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums.

This is an on-site position based in Irvine. The role requires travel to company sites in Orange, Hemet, and other locations throughout Orange County. Mileage reimbursement is provided.

• Advise appropriate staff, and ensure compliance with CAP/CLIA, OSHA regulations regarding laboratory safety
• Monitor all quality assessment activities accomplished by each department
• Prepare and ensures that all monthly key indicator matrix is reviewed by the Director of Compliance and Laboratory Director
• Ensure that issues are investigated and any corrective and/or preventive actions are completed and documented on a timely manner
• Enforce compliance with federal, state and local safety laws, regulations, codes and rules
• Manage and update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all labs and ensure all SDS binders are complete and up to date
• Have knowledge of emergency response procedures for fires, spills, exposures, and forces of nature
• Ensure that Lab Managers (or appointed staff) are completing daily/ weekly/ monthly logs and tasks
• Conduct inspections and audits to assess employee compliance regulations are up to date and current
• Conduct emergency response drills (i.e. fire, etc.) and maintain records
• Maintain records regarding safety training, area specific training procedures and safety equipment like showers, eye washes, first aid, fire extinguishers, etc. in each area and ensures every lab member learns where these are located
• Be familiar with hazardous waste requirements and storage and assist in ensuring that area waste is being collected and tagged properly (as applicable)
• Monitor the use and disposal of chemicals and biohazardous materials from all lab areas per state and federal guidelines and coordinate with external vendors for hazardous waste disposal (as applicable)
• Other duties as needed to support the department

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Bachelor's degree in biology or closely related scientific field (preferred)
• At least 2 years of laboratory experience is required

• Good understanding of occupational safety and health standards
• Strong working knowledge of laboratory regulations (e.g., CLIA, CAP, CMS, OSHA, HIPAA, state laboratory laws)
• Experience with audits, inspections, and regulatory readiness
• Unwavering integrity and the ability to promote the importance of complying with rules and regulations
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

We believe in the power of diversity and the strength it brings to our team. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals are welcomed, valued, and respected. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.