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Elephas

General Supervisor - CAP/CLIA Lab

Madison, WI · On-site

Collaborate with Director, Lab Operations to ensure services comply with overall lab requirements ... CLIA laboratory required * Experience with aseptic techniques, mammalian cell culture, and ...

Elephas

General Supervisor - CAP/CLIA Lab

Madison, WI · On-site

Collaborate with Director, Lab Operations to ensure services comply with overall lab requirements ... CLIA laboratory required * Experience with aseptic techniques, mammalian cell culture, and ...

Ubertal Inc

Medical Director

Saginaw, MI · On-site

CLIA Lab Director certification or eligibility. * Minimum one year of residency completion. * Strong understanding of FDA Title 21 CFR compliance and cGMP standards. * Experience supervising medical ...

Baptist

Consultant-Laboratory Regional

Collierville, TN · On-site

$80 - $120/hr

Acts as a technical consultant and/or CLIA Lab Director as needed for areas assigned. Responsibilities * Acts as a technical consultant for Baptist clinics. * Works in close collaboration with the ...

LCH Lab. Corp. of America Holdings

Lab Director

Boston, MA · On-site

$170 - $210/hr

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Director to join our team at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, MA. Generally ... Maintain compliance with corporate, state and federal regulatory requirements (CAP, CLIA, State ...

Samaritan Healthcare

Laboratory (Lab) Director

Moses Lake, WA · On-site

$110K - $144K/yr

Samaritan Healthcare is looking for a Lab Director to join our amazingly dedicated lab team! In ... FDA Samaritan Healthcare Laboratory is a CLIA accredited laboratory performing moderate and high ...

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How much do clia lab director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for clia lab director in the United States is $126,086.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $106,000.00 and $138,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CLIA Lab Director?

A CLIA Lab Director is responsible for overseeing laboratory operations and ensuring compliance with the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations. They manage lab personnel, establish quality control procedures, and ensure accurate and reliable test results. The director must meet CLIA qualifications, which vary based on the lab’s complexity. Their role is critical in maintaining lab accreditation and patient safety.

What are the main responsibilities of a CLIA Lab Director on a day-to-day basis?

A CLIA Lab Director oversees all aspects of laboratory operations, including ensuring compliance with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) standards, reviewing and validating test results, and managing quality assurance processes. They supervise laboratory staff, develop and implement policies and procedures, and collaborate with healthcare providers to support diagnostic needs. Directors are also responsible for staff training, equipment maintenance oversight, and responding to regulatory audits. This dynamic role requires both strategic leadership and hands-on involvement to maintain high standards in laboratory practice.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the CLIA Lab Director position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CLIA Lab Director, you need a strong background in laboratory science, leadership experience, and qualifications such as a doctoral degree (MD, DO, or PhD) with appropriate board certification. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), regulatory compliance tools, and proficiency in CLIA regulations are crucial. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team management skills set top candidates apart. These abilities are essential for ensuring accurate testing, maintaining regulatory compliance, and fostering a collaborative and efficient laboratory environment.

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Infographic showing various Clia Lab Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,086 per year, or $60.6 per hour.

High Complex CLIA LAB: Lab Director

Nanobiosym

Cambridge, MA • On-site

$115K - $151K/yr

Part-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Nanobiosym is an innovative company in Cambridge, MA that is developing novel technologies to address a broad range of diseases. Nanobiosym was founded by an MIT/Harvard alum to work at the interface of physics, nanotechnology, and biomedicine. This hypergrowth company allows for unique career opportunities with strong long-term incentives. Nanobiosym is currently seeking top notch candidates to help the company scale up its operations.

seeking a part-time/full time Laboratory Director to support the establishment, certification, and operation of our CLIA-certified laboratory in Massachusetts. The Laboratory Director will provide clinical, scientific, and regulatory oversight to ensure Nanobiosym delivers accurate, reliable, and high-quality testing services in compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements, including CLIA, CAP, and other applicable state requirements.

The Laboratory Director will be responsible for overseeing laboratory QMS, ensuring appropriate validation and performance of all testing methods, reviewing laboratory procedures, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. This role provides clinical and technical guidance for test interpretation, quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

This is a role intended to support Nanobiosym's CLIA/CAP certification readiness and clinical laboratory operations. The Laboratory Director may delegate specific duties to qualified personnel but retains the ultimate responsibility for ensuring these duties are properly performed and documented.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the CLIA Laboratory Director for our high-complexity clinical laboratory.
  • Provide overall clinical, scientific, and regulatory oversight of CLIA/CAP-certified laboratory operations.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements, including CLIA, CAP, and NY State CLEP, as applicable.
  • Oversee quality management program to ensure accurate, reliable, and timely laboratory testing.
  • Review and approve laboratory policies, procedures, test validations, and quality documentation.
  • Monitor laboratory performance and implement continuous quality improvement initiatives.
  • Provide clinical consultation to physicians and other healthcare providers regarding laboratory testing and test results.
  • Support laboratory readiness for regulatory inspections and accreditation surveys.
  • Foster a culture of quality, compliance, and scientific excellence.

Qualifications

  • M.D., or Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., immunology, pathology, clinical chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field).
  • Qualified to serve as Clinical Laboratory Director of a high-complexity CLIA/CAP laboratory under applicable federal and Massachusetts state regulations -- Clinical Laboratory Director License issued by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) is required
  • Board certification in a relevant discipline (e.g., Virology, Molecular Biology, Clinical Chemistry, Clinical Pathology, HCLD, Immunology, or other appropriate specialty) is required.
  • Minimum 8-10 years of experience in high complexity clinical laboratory operations, with at least 5 years in a director-level role overseeing a CAP/CLIA-certified laboratory.
  • Proven track record of successfully establishing or scaling a clinical lab.
  • Demonstrated expertise in molecular diagnostics for assay validation and verification.
  • Strong knowledge of laboratory quality systems, proficiency testing, and inspection readiness.
  • Experience with LIMS platforms, electronic quality management systems (eQMS), and workflow automation in a high-complexity testing environment.
  • Experience working for a fast-paced, growing organization

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