Laboratory Site Director - Genetics and Women's Health

Labcorp•Durham, NC

About The Position

LabCorp is seeking an Laboratory Site Director to lead operations for our Genetics and Women's Health division in RTP, NC. Job Responsibilities Direct technical and non‑technical daily operations for the Women’s Health & Genetics laboratory. Manage department budgets and site P&L performance. Lead the implementation and launch of new assays and collaborate with peer WHG sites. Ensure accurate production scheduling, proper staffing, and efficient use of overtime. Recruit, hire, and develop high-performing technical and non‑technical staff. Provide mentorship, ongoing training, and clear performance management. Conduct department meetings and maintain consistent communication across teams. Maintain full compliance with CAP, CLIA, ISO, state, and corporate regulatory requirements. Ensure the laboratory consistently meets corporate turnaround time (TAT) and service standards. Investigate procedural deviations and lead effective corrective actions. Address operational issues and client inquiries in partnership with Medical Directors, Technical Directors, QA, and other leaders. Oversee the creation, implementation, and optimization of laboratory policies, procedures, and workflows. Support equipment installations and new method validations. Maintain strong working knowledge of laboratory testing performed within assigned departments. Foster a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
5 years or more of experience in a clinical laboratory environment.
Experience working in a high‑volume laboratory setting.
Strong knowledge of CLIA, CAP, and relevant state regulatory requirements.
Proven ability to train, motivate, and develop staff.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
Ability to make sound decisions in a dynamic and evolving environment.
Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills

Nice To Haves

3 years or more of experience leading and developing people leaders.
2 years or more years of experience in cross-functional leadership.

Responsibilities

Direct technical and non‑technical daily operations for the Women’s Health & Genetics laboratory.
Manage department budgets and site P&L performance.
Lead the implementation and launch of new assays and collaborate with peer WHG sites.
Ensure accurate production scheduling, proper staffing, and efficient use of overtime.
Recruit, hire, and develop high-performing technical and non‑technical staff.
Provide mentorship, ongoing training, and clear performance management.
Conduct department meetings and maintain consistent communication across teams.
Maintain full compliance with CAP, CLIA, ISO, state, and corporate regulatory requirements.
Ensure the laboratory consistently meets corporate turnaround time (TAT) and service standards.
Investigate procedural deviations and lead effective corrective actions.
Address operational issues and client inquiries in partnership with Medical Directors, Technical Directors, QA, and other leaders.
Oversee the creation, implementation, and optimization of laboratory policies, procedures, and workflows.
Support equipment installations and new method validations.
Maintain strong working knowledge of laboratory testing performed within assigned departments.
Foster a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.