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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 ...

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 ...

Sih

MLT PRN (Shift Variable)

Institute, WI

$28.80 - $44.64/hr

... direct supervision per CLIA requirements. * Analyzes quality control data, makes judgments ... Technical Experience: 1 year in a lab setting preferred. MLS I Wage Range - $22.74-$35.29 MLS II ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for clia lab director in Wisconsin is $127,265.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,000.00 and $139,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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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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.

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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.

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General Supervisor - CAP/CLIA Lab

Elephas

Madison, WI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Summary

Elephas, a Madison, WI-based biotechnology start-up company, is seeking a highly motivated General Supervisor of Elephas CAP/CLIA laboratory. The General Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of high-complexity testing performed at the laboratory while ensuring compliance with CLIA, CAP, and Wisconsin state regulations. The General Supervisor will provide guidance, training, and supervision to testing personnel, assist in maintaining quality assurance programs, and perform other activities as assigned by the Lab Director or Technical Supervisor. The General Supervisor may provide guidance and supervision of personnel working within the CLIA lab. Applicants should be comfortable in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Accessible to testing personnel at all times testing is performed to provide on-site, telephone, or electronic support.
  • Perform and supervise daily laboratory activities and personnel performing high complexity testing.
  • Ensure accuracy and timeliness of laboratory test results.
  • Review and approve quality control data, taking corrective action when necessary.
  • Monitor compliance with established standard operating procedures, quality assurance measures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Assist in training and competency assessment of laboratory personnel.
  • Maintain laboratory documentation, including records of quality control, proficiency testing, personnel competency, and corrective actions.
  • Coordinate CLIA lab validation activities, including study execution, data analysis and reporting.
  • Participate actively in inspections by CLIA, CAP, and Wisconsin state regulatory agencies.
  • Recommend and implement improvements in laboratory processes, procedures, and equipment.
  • Work closely with Operations and Engineering functions to support lab activities - supply chain, logistics, procurement, equipment maintenance, EHS, facilities, and validation.
  • Collaborate with Director, Lab Operations to ensure services comply with overall lab requirements.
  • Communicate effectively with Laboratory Director and Technical Supervisor regarding laboratory performance, staffing needs, and operational issues.


Education/Experience/Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field required
  • 2 years laboratory experience in high complexity testing in a CLIA laboratory required
  • Experience with aseptic techniques, mammalian cell culture, and multiplex assays preferred
  • Experience in BSL2 laboratory space preferred
  • Experience working with fresh tissue preferred
  • ASCP certification preferred (MLS, MLT, MB or other)
  • Experience in daily management of CAP Accredited clinical laboratories preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated good judgment and decision-making capabilities



Benefits

We offer our employees competitive compensation and benefits, including paid time off, health

insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan, and stock options.


DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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Industry

Biotechnology research and development

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Madison, WI, US

Year founded

2020

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