Next Generation Sequencing Lab Manager, GeneDx

GeneDx,a division of BioReference Laboratories, is a rapidly-growing, diverse clinical laboratory in Gaithersburg, MD that provides molecular diagnosis for genetic disorders.

GeneDx is recruiting for a full-time Next Generation Sequencing Laboratory
Manager.

Next Generation Sequencing Laboratory Manager

GeneDx, Inc

Gaithersburg MD

GeneDx is recruiting for a full-time Next Generation Sequencing Laboratory
Manager.

Manages the
administration of the daily operations of the NextGen Sequencing Lab that
conducts the testing of clinical DNA specimens for the purpose of diagnostic
genetic disease, using manual and automated methods in a team environment, and following established policies and procedures, in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

1. Manages
   a group of testing personnel following established standard operating
   procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting of
   results to team leads, supervisors, and record-keeping.

2. Ensures
   that all group members adhere to quality control policies and documents all
   quality control activities, instruments and procedural calibrations, reagent
   preparation and testing, and instrument maintenance performed.

3. Identifies
   problems that may adversely affect test performance, takes authorized
   corrective action, and notifies key individuals.

4. Oversees
   implementation of new protocols and QA/QC criteria and detects when test
   performance is not within acceptable levels. 
   Documents all corrective action.

5. Maintains
   efficient lab operations and improves lab workflow and also contributes to
   reviewing and updating technical SOPs

6. Always
   be able to document that proficiency testing is performed in the same manner as
   patient testing.

7. Meets
   or exceeds target workload with high accuracy and attention to detail. 

Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science degree in medical technology, chemistry, biology,
or related life science, and meets CLIA and New York State personnel standards
criteria, plus 5 years relevant work experience in molecular technology or
comparable skills and knowledge; or, Master of Science degree in a related
field, plus 2-3 years relevant experience; or, credentialed as a Molecular
Genetics technologist.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.