Senior Molecular Pathologist & Laboratory Director
North Carolina | MondayFriday | Permanent
Salary: $325,000$400,000 annually (based on experience)
Bonuses & Incentives: Relocation assistance
Schedule: Day shift | No nights | No weekends
Start Date: Flexible / TBD
Position Overview
Were seeking an experienced Senior Molecular Pathologist & Laboratory Director to provide physician leadership within its North Carolina molecular diagnostics laboratory. This senior-level role combines clinical molecular pathology sign-out with full laboratory directorship responsibilities.
In addition to reviewing and signing out cases across a broad next-generation sequencing (NGS) portfolio, the successful candidate will lead the launch, validation, and growth of a high-impact solid tumor minimal residual disease (MRD) assay, with end-to-end responsibility for medical quality, regulatory compliance, and clinical excellence across the laboratorys test menu.
Key Responsibilities- Interpret and sign out high-complexity molecular cases, including NGS, PCR, and MRD assays, ensuring accurate and timely diagnoses
- Provide medical leadership for MRD assay development, validation, interpretation, and integration into clinical workflows and reporting systems
- Serve as CLIA Laboratory Director, overseeing regulatory compliance, SOPs, personnel competency, and inspection readiness
- Oversee quality assurance (QA), quality control (QC), proficiency testing, and continuous improvement initiatives across molecular and hematopathology testing
- Collaborate with laboratory supervisors, operations, and quality teams to ensure efficient, compliant, and scalable testing processes
- Act as a clinical liaison for internal teams and external clients, supporting case resolution and strengthening physician relationships
- Contribute to scientific publications, presentations, and internal strategy discussions related to emerging technologies and diagnostics
- Mentor pathologists, technologists, and laboratory staff, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture
- Perform additional duties as assigned by senior medical leadership in support of medical, regulatory, or strategic initiatives
Required Qualifications- M.D. or D.O. degree
- Fellowship training and Board Certification in Molecular Genetic Pathology (American Board of Pathology)
- Board Certification in Hematopathology required
- 5+ years of molecular pathology experience, including strong expertise in next-generation sequencing (NGS)
- Hematopathology experience, including flow cytometry interpretation, preferred
- Active, unrestricted North Carolina medical license or willingness to obtain
- Additional licensure in CA, FL, and/or NY a plus
- Possession of or willingness to obtain New York State Certificate of Qualification (COQ) for molecular diagnostics
- NY State COQ for flow cytometry strongly desired
Compensation & Benefits- Competitive salary: $325K$400K annually
- Sign-on and retention bonuses
- Relocation assistance available
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance (Day 1 coverage)
- Employer-paid malpractice insurance
- Matching retirement plan with full vesting
- Dedicated recruiter and onboarding support
Why This Opportunity?- Senior physician leadership role with laboratory directorship authority
- Opportunity to lead a cutting-edge MRD assay with national clinical impact
- Advanced, NGS-driven molecular diagnostics environment
- Predictable weekday schedule with excellent worklife balance
- North Carolina location with strong life sciences and biotech presence
Recruiter Contact
Marquius Young
Recruiting & Client Success Manager- Office: (470) 323-8959
- Mobile: (770) 539-0333
- Email: marquius@nicklasstaffing.com
About Nicklas Laboratory Staffing
Nicklas Laboratory Staffing is the only laboratory staffing agency founded by a Pathologists Assistant and dedicated exclusively to labs. With 13 years of laboratory experience, we specialize in placing pathologists, pathologists assistants, histotechnicians/histotechnologists, cytologists, medical lab techs, medical lab scientists, and lab leaders in travel, permanent, and temp-to-perm laboratory positions nationwide.
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