Laboratory Manager

Posted 3 days ago

healthcare recruiters internationalLas Vegas (NV)

Natural Sciences Managers Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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$90 K–$110 K

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About the role

We are seeking an experienced Lab Manager / General Laboratory Supervisor (GLS) to lead day-to-day operations for a growing, high-complexity clinical toxicology laboratory. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can oversee laboratory workflow, manage and troubleshoot LC-MS/MS instrumentation, lead method development and validation, supervise staff, and maintain strong regulatory compliance. The lab is expanding its capabilities with an additional LC-MS/MS platform and the launch of oral fluid toxicology testing.

Key Responsibilities: Oversee daily clinical toxicology laboratory operations, including workflow, turnaround time, quality, and instrument performance. Lead method development and validation for new analytes, matrices, and testing platforms. Maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize LC-MS/MS instrumentation, including Shimadzu LCMS-8050 and Sciex 5500 platforms. Ensure compliance with CLIA, COLA, CAP, QC, proficiency testing, SOP, and documentation requirements. Supervise, train, and develop laboratory personnel. Work closely with the Medical Director on new test implementation, workflow approvals, and inspection readiness. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and laboratory performance. Manage reagents, consumables, vendors, and instrument service relationships. Report operational KPIs, staffing needs, and expansion readiness to leadership.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or higher in clinical laboratory science, chemistry, biology, or a related field.3–5+ years of hands-on LC-MS/MS experience within a clinical toxicology laboratory. Experience developing and validating new methods, analytes, matrices, or instruments. Strong knowledge of high-complexity laboratory regulatory requirements. Previous leadership or supervisory experience. Ability to obtain a Nevada General Laboratory Supervisor license; sponsorship and support are available.

Preferred Experience: Oral fluid toxicology method development and validation. MLS (ASCP) or similar certification. Experience within behavioral health, substance use disorder, pain management, or clinical toxicology laboratories. Experience building or managing a small laboratory team.

Compensation & Benefits: $90K–$110K base salary, depending on experience. Full relocation package. Health insurance and PTO.Professional development support. Significant autonomy and opportunity to take on additional responsibility as the laboratory expands.

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