Laboratory Director

MyOme•Menlo Park, CA

2d•$200,000 - $240,000•Hybrid

About The Position

MyOme is a clinical whole genome analysis company based in Menlo Park, California. Its CLIA-certified and CAP-accredited laboratory combines genome sequencing with AI-driven analytics and clinical data to provide clinically meaningful insights, including proactive risk assessment and rare disease diagnosis. The Laboratory Director is a hands-on leadership role responsible for clinical testing, laboratory operations, and bringing genomic assays into practice. The director owns testing quality, guides interpretation and reporting, and builds a team that delivers accurate results reliably. The role turns scientific goals into validated tests, clear workflows, and completed projects, applying clinical judgment and diagnostic experience while coordinating work across teams. The position is hybrid, with 2–3 days onsite at the Menlo Park laboratory campus. Remote work in the United States may be considered for the right candidate. The annual salary range is $200,000–$240,000, commensurate with experience, and the role is eligible for equity.

Requirements

MD, DO, or PhD with relevant board certification and qualifications to direct the laboratory’s high-complexity testing.
California license; New York license or qualifications are preferred.
At least 5 years of experience in clinical molecular diagnostics, including leadership, genomic interpretation, and reporting.
Track record of taking assays from development through validation into routine clinical use.
Deep knowledge of NGS, human genetics, variant interpretation, and laboratory quality systems.
Strong judgment, concise communication, and ability to lead across scientific, clinical, and operational teams.
Commitment to consistent onsite leadership.

Nice To Haves

Experience with long-read sequencing, laboratory scaling, automation, and New York State submissions.
New York licensure or qualifications.

Responsibilities

Oversee clinical test performance, variant interpretation, and report sign-out within the director’s authorized scope.
Drive assay validation and clinical implementation with R&D and Bioinformatics, defining controls, acceptance criteria, and test limitations.
Hire, mentor, and develop laboratory staff, establishing clear expectations and accountability.
Help implement whole genome sequencing, long-read platforms, automation, and improved LIMS workflows.
Improve turnaround time, capacity, and cost while maintaining testing quality.