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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 ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level 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 the difference between Entry Level Clia Lab Director vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectEntry Level Clia Lab DirectorMedical Laboratory Technician
CredentialsCLIA certification, often a relevant degree (e.g., Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science)Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field, certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentLaboratories with oversight responsibilities, regulatory compliance, management tasksPerforming laboratory tests under supervision, assisting with testing procedures
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, diagnostic labs, clinics, research facilitiesHospitals, diagnostic labs, clinics, research facilities

The Entry Level Clia Lab Director and Medical Laboratory Technician roles both work within clinical laboratory settings. The Lab Director oversees compliance and management, requiring higher credentials and certification, while the Technician performs testing under supervision. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in clinical laboratories.

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General Supervisor - CAP/CLIA Lab

Elephas

Madison, WI • On-site

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Salary:

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

  • Bachelors 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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About Elephas

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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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