Job Title: Manager, Pathology Operations

Qualifications: At least 10 years medical laboratory experience. MT certification is required. Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and regulatory agencies is desirable.

Corporate Responsibilities:

• Adherence to laboratory health and safety
• Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Adherence to applicable company policies and guidelines
• Adherence to federal and/or local regulations as applicable

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the effective operations of a multiple functional teams.
• Plans, schedules and organizes necessary resources to meet study timelines and departmental goals.
• Responsible for annual performance evaluations of supervised personnel.
• Directs workflow within the laboratory to ensure that adequate personnel are assigned to specific tasks.
• Works closely with the pathologist to prepare clinical pathology data reports, and to validate equipment and methods.
• Serves as the laboratory’s point of contact for communications with study directors and in-life technicians regarding sampling and testing problems.
• Responsible for the laboratory’s quality control program.
• Directs the maintenance of required quality control records to ensure the accuracy and precision of the analyzers, troubleshoots quality control issues, and establishes new ranges as necessary for new lots of quality control materials.
• Reviews study protocols to ensure that the requested tests are within the capacity of the laboratory, and ensures that the required tests are performed.
• Proficiency in the operation and maintenance of the laboratory’s analyzers and equipment.
• Directs the maintenance of analyzer operational and maintenance records.
• Performs manual testing of samples when necessary as an effective team member, such as preparation and review of blood smears, preparation and review of reticulocyte smears, and preparation and review of urine microscopic examinations.
• Conducts testing in the clinical laboratory according to GLP and internal standards, and maintains the required documentation indicating compliance.
• Prepares, reviews, and updates laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Reviews and interprets data for acceptance, and reporting purposes.
• Collects data using the laboratory data capture systems, and maintains the required documentation indicating compliance.
• Proposes and implements process improvements to reduce costs and increase efficiencies.
• Performs duties independently and provide leadership and mentoring to junior staff members.
• Practices universal safety precautions when working with blood samples.
• May work with potentially hazardous substances.
• Wears required PPE (personal protective equipment).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Attends continuing education courses, as appropriate.
• Maintains active involvement in professional medical/clinical laboratory organizations.

The pay range estimated for this position start at $92,200 annually. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, prior relevant experience, skills, education, certification, location as well as internal equity and market data. *This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level.

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we “Play to Win” in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. There’s an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual’s unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people’s lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more! Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training. At Inotiv, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to equality, opportunity, and diversity, and treating our colleagues with the dignity and respect they deserve. We strive to ensure that our people achieve their full potential, and that they enjoy a rewarding career with us. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. We’re looking for people who will help us grow and support our shared purpose: to help our clients discover and develop life-changing therapies for people around the world. As a leading contract research organization (CRO), Inotiv supports discovery and nonclinical development through investigational new drug (IND) and beyond. By leveraging our deep expertise and scientific capabilities, we help you increase efficiency, improve data, and reduce the cost of taking new drugs to market. By providing critical research models and related services, we help researchers realize the full potential of their R&D projects, all while working together to build a healthier and safer world. We hope you consider our opportunities and a future with Inotiv!