Laboratory Director, Molecular Genetics & Cytogenetics (ABMGG)

Laboratory Director – Molecular Pathology & Cytogenetics

Detroit, MI | Full-Time

What You Get

• $122,000 - $172,000 annual salary
• Leadership opportunity overseeing Molecular Pathology and Cytogenetics laboratories
• Faculty appointment opportunity at a respected academic medical institution
• Opportunity to teach residents, fellows, students, and future laboratory professionals
• Access to advanced molecular and cytogenetic technologies, including NGS, FISH, microarray, RT-PCR, and Sanger sequencing
• Opportunity to influence laboratory strategy, innovation, quality, and growth
• Collaborative environment supporting cancer care, genetics, and precision medicine

Join a leading academic laboratory environment where you'll oversee complex molecular pathology and cytogenetics operations while helping shape the future of genetic diagnostics, cancer testing, research, and laboratory education.

What You'll Do

• Direct technical operations for Molecular Pathology and Cytogenetics laboratories.
• Ensure quality, accuracy, and regulatory compliance of all testing activities.
• Develop and implement laboratory policies, procedures, and technical standards.
• Oversee quality assurance, proficiency testing, and laboratory performance improvement initiatives.
• Lead laboratory staff development, training, mentoring, and performance management.
• Collaborate with physicians, genetic counselors, researchers, and laboratory leadership.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies, methodologies, and testing platforms.
• Support budget planning, productivity management, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain compliance with CLIA, CAP, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Participate in academic teaching and educational activities involving trainees and students.

What You Need

• PhD in Genetics, Molecular Biology, Cancer Biology, Life Sciences, or related field.
• Board Certification or Active Candidacy through the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG).
• Experience in a clinical laboratory environment.
• Leadership or management experience within Molecular Pathology, Cytogenetics, or Laboratory Genetics.
• Experience with molecular and cytogenetic methodologies including:
  • Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)
  • RT-PCR
  • Sanger Sequencing
  • Microarray
  • FISH
  • Karyotyping
• Strong knowledge of CLIA and CAP regulations.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills.