MDA Edge · 3 weeks ago
Director of Laboratory Operations – Requires Florida Supervisor License in Microbiology or as a Generalist (or ability to obtain upon relocation to Florida)
DeLand, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $170K/yr
8+ years expMDA Edge is seeking an experienced Director of Laboratory Operations to lead day-to-day clinical lab operations while ensuring the highest standards of quality, compliance, and leadership excellence. This role involves overseeing both technical and administrative functions in a high-volume clinical laboratory environment that processes over 100,000 tests per day, managing multiple direct reports, and driving strategy and operational performance.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Lead overall operations of the clinical laboratory, including financial performance, staffing, and compliance
Drive operational efficiencies while managing productivity and cost controls
Analyze and use lab performance data to support capital planning, resource allocation, and long-term strategic decisions
Oversee and standardize laboratory policies and procedures to align with regulatory standards (CAP, federal, and state)
Facilitate cross-departmental communication and ensure seamless collaboration across multiple lab sites
Lead development and expansion of lab service lines and long-term internal and external business initiatives
Build and mentor a high-performing team, setting clear expectations and fostering accountability
Champion a culture of continuous learning, engagement, and belonging
Develop and promote internal leadership and technical talent
Provide performance coaching and support succession planning to strengthen leadership bench depth
Ensure staff meet competency requirements and maintain accurate and compliant testing standards
Maintain rigorous quality control and assurance programs across all lab functions
Guarantee alignment with all federal, state, and CAP requirements
Ensure effective and timely resolution of issues for internal and external stakeholders
Drive customer satisfaction by ensuring consistent, high-quality lab services
Oversee a major platform transition in the Waters Department (endotoxin testing)
Lead additional department-level implementations, including systems upgrades and change management initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related sciences (required)
Medical Technologist registry required (ASCP, AMT, AAB, or equivalent)
Florida Supervisor License in Microbiology or as a Generalist (if they don't have, they will need to get if they move to Florida)
Minimum 8 years of laboratory management experience in a high-volume, complex lab environment
Proven success managing technical or platform transitions and overseeing multi-site operations
Strong history of developing leaders and building high-performance teams
Effective communicator with demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
Comfortable with managing change and executing strategic initiatives
Preferred
Master's degree in business administration or relevant sciences (preferred)
Company
MDA Edge
At MDA Edge, we help our clients reinvent innovation, optimize operations, and reshape perceptions—ensuring they remain at the forefront in today’s fast-evolving world.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase