Clinical Laboratory Director - Molecular Oncology
Laboratory Corporation of America (LabCorp) has an immediate opening for a Molecular Oncology Director at the Center for Molecular Biology and Pathology (CMBP) located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina (Raleigh/Durham area). The Center for Molecular Biology and Pathology is a state-of --the-art facility providing testing in the areas of molecular genetics, genomics, cytogenetics, biochemical genetics, molecular oncology, flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry. The molecular oncology laboratory is a high throughput facility that provides clinical testing for healthcare providers and pharma/clinical trials. The directors oversee a diverse menu of tests and use a broad array of technologies, including next generation sequencing.
The Molecular Oncology Director will play a critical function in multiple aspects of clinical molecular testing, including assay development, validation, test optimization, quality control, troubleshooting, and clinical case sign out.
Application Window Closes: 08/29/2025
**Pay Range: $175,000 - $ 197,000.00 annually
All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.
Work Schedule: The work schedule for this position will generally be Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with periodic weekend coverage but is subject to change based on business needs.
Work Location: Remote
Will support periodic visits to: 1904 TW Alexander, Durham, NC 27703
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here.
Responsibilities
Sign out laboratory test results for tests performed in Molecular Oncology.
Participate in oversight for quality control and quality assurance for existing and new tests, including proficiency testing.
Maintain familiarity with company SOPs, practices, and applicable professional, federal, state, and local regulations, and assure that the laboratory is in compliance.
Design, optimize, troubleshoot molecular assays in collaboration with R&D.
Maintain strong working relationships with R&D.
Analyze data for presentation or publication as needed
Review scientific literature and attend scientific meetings Required Qualifications
Requirements:
PhD and/or MD
ABMG board certified in Molecular Genetics or have active candidate status.
ABP board certification or eligibility in Molecular Genetic Pathology for MD applicants
Certificate of Qualification or eligibility for NYS for Oncology- Molecular and cellular tumor markers
Excellent technical and communication skills
Knowledge of regulatory requirements for molecular diagnostic laboratory developed tests
Hands-on experience with real-time PCR, next-generation sequencing and laboratory automation/liquid handling solutions is desirable.
Strong background in experimental design, assay optimization, data analysis.
Experience working in a high complexity CLIA/CAP environment
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
We encourage all to apply
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Clinical Laboratory Director - Molecular Oncology
Laboratory Corporation of America (LabCorp) has an immediate opening for a Molecular Oncology Director at the Center for Molecular Biology and Pathology (CMBP) located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina (Raleigh/Durham area). The Center for Molecular Biology and Pathology is a state-of --the-art facility providing testing in the areas of molecular genetics, genomics, cytogenetics, biochemical genetics, molecular oncology, flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry. The molecular oncology laboratory is a high throughput facility that provides clinical testing for healthcare providers and pharma/clinical trials. The directors oversee a diverse menu of tests and use a broad array of technologies, including next generation sequencing.
The Molecular Oncology Director will play a critical function in multiple aspects of clinical molecular testing, including assay development, validation, test optimization, quality control, troubleshooting, and clinical case sign out.
Application Window Closes: 08/29/2025
**Pay Range: $175,000 - $ 197,000.00 annually
All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.
Work Schedule: The work schedule for this position will generally be Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with periodic weekend coverage but is subject to change based on business needs.
Work Location: Remote
Will support periodic visits to: 1904 TW Alexander, Durham, NC 27703
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here.
Responsibilities
Sign out laboratory test results for tests performed in Molecular Oncology.
Participate in oversight for quality control and quality assurance for existing and new tests, including proficiency testing.
Maintain familiarity with company SOPs, practices, and applicable professional, federal, state, and local regulations, and assure that the laboratory is in compliance.
Design, optimize, troubleshoot molecular assays in collaboration with R&D.
Maintain strong working relationships with R&D.
Analyze data for presentation or publication as needed
Review scientific literature and attend scientific meetings Required Qualifications
Requirements:
PhD and/or MD
ABMG board certified in Molecular Genetics or have active candidate status.
ABP board certification or eligibility in Molecular Genetic Pathology for MD applicants
Certificate of Qualification or eligibility for NYS for Oncology- Molecular and cellular tumor markers
Excellent technical and communication skills
Knowledge of regulatory requirements for molecular diagnostic laboratory developed tests
Hands-on experience with real-time PCR, next-generation sequencing and laboratory automation/liquid handling solutions is desirable.
Strong background in experimental design, assay optimization, data analysis.
Experience working in a high complexity CLIA/CAP environment
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
We encourage all to apply
If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance using our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or needs an accommodation, please visit our accessibility site or contact us at Labcorp Accessibility. For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement.