Supervisor, Cytogenetics

University of Miami•Miami, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Uhealth Laboratories Department at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Supervisor, Cytogenetics. The Supervisor, Cytogenetics provides operational, technical, and people leadership for the cytogenetics laboratory. This role ensures quality, compliance, staff development, and efficient laboratory operations in accordance with regulatory and institutional standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required
Valid State of Florida Molecular Pathology Technologist license required
Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas clearly and persuasively.

Nice To Haves

Performance Management: Ability to set performance goals, provide feedback, conduct evaluations, and effectively delegate tasks.
Training & Development: Providing employee training and motivation to enhance skills.
Team Leadership: Ability to create and maintain a cohesive and productive team environment, build positive working relationships and work collaboratively with others.

Responsibilities

Supervises daily laboratory operations, staffing, and workflow activities.
Provides leadership, training, performance management, and professional development for staff.
Ensures compliance with regulatory, accreditation, safety, and quality requirements.
Oversees quality control, quality assurance, and corrective action processes.
Develops, reviews, and approves laboratory procedures and SOPs.
Monitors laboratory turnaround times and operational performance metrics.
Oversees equipment maintenance schedules and performance monitoring.
Maintains appropriate inventory levels and resource utilization.
Coordinates laboratory participation in inspections, audits, CAP surveys, and proficiency testing.
Performs cytogenetic testing as needed to support operational demands.
Communicates significant operational or clinical issues to laboratory leadership.
Conducts or oversees employee performance evaluations and competency assessments.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.