Cellular Therapy Manager, Laboratory Medicine

We are seeking a new Cellular TherapyManager to join our team in the Department of Lab Medicine .

You will:

• Be responsible for the management of staff and operations of the Cellular Therapy Team
• Manage a team of approximately 75 staff, including taking responsibility for recruitment, performance appraisals and education of the team.
• Work closely with the supervisors to assure adequate staffing and educational opportunities for the team.
• Be responsible for preparing and managing the lab budget, covering equipment, supplies and staffing.
• Collaborate with other departmental managers to create and implement department-wide initiatives.
• Review validations and SOPs.
• Act as the escalation point for the team when difficult samples require review.
• Ensure the lab remains compliant with safety standards, legal regulations, licensing and accreditation requirements.
• Work closely with the Senior Manager and Director of Cellular Therapy Services

You are:

• A strong, assertive leader who is able to motivate and inspire a high performing team.
• Able to Manage technical and support staff of approximately
• Support the labs quality initiatives, aligned with the departments robust Quality Management System
• Someone who excels at managing multiple projects within dynamic, changing settings.

You Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or an appropriate biological/chemical science from an accredited college or university is required.
• A current New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist license or ASCP certification with eligibility to apply for a NY license preferred
• 10+ years managing or supervising in a clinical lab setting, including distribution to offsite facilities, highly skilled in reference laboratory level experience and LIS upgrade/implementation experience required.
• Certification as a Specialist in Cellular Therapy preferred
• Strong experience in formulating and managing budgets
• Knowledge of New York and New Jersey regulatory oversight

Hours : Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM, or hours flexible as needed

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