Laboratory Manager

Lighthouse Lab Services•Columbus, OH

11d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Lighthouse Lab Services is representing a rapidly growing high-complexity CLIA laboratory that performs molecular, toxicology, and chemistry testing. The lab is located in Columbus, OH and is now offering molecular diagnostics using the QuantStudio 5 , blood and urine chemistry testing, and phlebotomy services for local healthcare partners including nursing homes. The facility has been operational for just under a year with strong foundational support in place—including a dedicated phlebotomy supervisor—and is now seeking an experienced Laboratory Manager to oversee operations and help scale the lab as testing volume increases. The lab owner is based in New York, so this role requires a confident, hands-on leader who can serve as the primary on-site authority.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science.
ASCP certification preferred (MLS, MLT, MB, or related).
3–5+ years of experience in a high-complexity clinical lab; hospital background strongly preferred .
Experience with molecular diagnostics; QuantStudio 5 experience a major plus.
Familiarity with toxicology and routine chemistry analyzers preferred.
Strong understanding of CLIA compliance, documentation, and quality systems.
Strong communication skills; confident representing the lab to leadership and clients.
Highly organized with the ability to prioritize in a growing, evolving environment.
Hands-on leadership mindset—comfortable jumping in where needed.
Problem-solving mentality with a process-focused approach to scaling operations.
Ability to work independently and make decisions in an owner-remote environment.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily laboratory operations across molecular, toxicology, blood, and urine testing.
Ensure compliance with CLIA high-complexity regulations and internal quality standards.
Streamline workflows, identify inefficiencies, and lead scaling initiatives as volume grows.
Manage inventory, procurement, equipment maintenance, and prevent downtime.
Serve as the main on-site leadership presence for an off-site owner.
Perform molecular testing using the QuantStudio 5 and troubleshoot instrumentation as needed.
Support toxicology and chemistry assays on blood and urine analyzers.
Step in at the bench during high-volume periods or staffing shortages.
Ensure proper specimen handling, workflow continuity, and testing accuracy.
Maintain CLIA compliance, documentation, SOPs, QC/QA programs, and proficiency testing.
Support method validations, verifications, and ongoing competency assessments.
Work with newly added HR support as the lab develops formal benefits and policy structures.
Supervise laboratory technologists and collaborate closely with the phlebotomy supervisor.
Train new hires and ensure ongoing staff competency and performance.
Cultivate a collaborative and patient-centered laboratory culture.