Supervisor Laboratory Operations, NGS Library

Baylor Genetics•Houston, TX

11d

About The Position

SUMMARY: Provides day-to-day supervision of clinical laboratory personnel and performs various clinical laboratory test procedures. Effectively leads and supports team members through clear communication, constructive feedback, and consistent guidance. Demonstrates the ability to manage performance, foster professional development, and build a positive, collaborative team environment. Skilled in conflict resolution, workload delegation, and motivating staff to achieve individual and organizational goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of experience with clinical samples.
Master’s degree and at least 2 years of experience with clinical samples.
PhD degree and at least 1 year of experience with clinical samples.
Including but not limited to molecular diagnostic techniques such as DNA extraction, PCR set up, liquid handler operations, or NGS library preparation and sequencing.
Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills by accurately identifying and assessing abnormal test performance and making appropriate, timely decisions to ensure accurate results and maintain testing quality.

Nice To Haves

MB (ASCP)

Responsibilities

Prepares and maintains schedules and provides appropriate laboratory coverage to ensure timely results reporting
Participates in the interview and hiring process and trains new laboratory employees
Develops and maintains standard operating procedures for the laboratory
Maintains laboratory stock levels and orders laboratory supplies
Reviews instrument maintenance logs, QC records and takes appropriate actions if systems deviate from the laboratory’s established specification
Performs testing and troubleshoots assay performance
Compiles, evaluates and analyzes data
Regularly provides performance feedback, mentors employees and completes annual performance reviews
Regularly verifies staff training and competency according to the laboratory regulations
Maintains laboratory compliance according to CAP, NY, CLIA regulations and 5S standards
Performs other job-related duties as assigned