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Northern Louisiana Medical Center

Lab Director

Ruston, LA · On-site

$85K - $111K/yr

Oversees a wide variety of administrative, fiscal, and technical activities to ensure the efficient operation of the clinical laboratory and compliance with corporate policies. Responsible for the ...

Labcorp

PRN Lab Director

Overland Park, KS

$99K - $130K/yr

Labcorp is seeking a PRN Lab Director to join our team in Overland Park,KS Work Schedule: PRN Job Responsibilities * Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established ...

Labcorp

PRN Lab Director

Overland Park, KS · On-site

$104K - $136K/yr

Labcorp is seeking a PRN Lab Director to join our team in Overland Park,KS Work Schedule: PRN Job Responsibilities * Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established ...

Labcorp

PRN Lab Director

Overland Park, KS

$104K - $136K/yr

Labcorp is seeking a PRN Lab Director to join our team in Overland Park,KS Work Schedule: PRN Job Responsibilities * Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established ...

CarePoint Health

Outpatient Lab Director

Bayonne, NJ · On-site

$107K - $140K/yr

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints ...

Bionano

Clinical Lab Director

San Diego, CA · On-site

Clinical Laboratory Director Bionano Laboratories, the RUO and CLIA/CAP services business unit of Bionano Genomics, seeks a qualified Clinical Laboratory Director to provide clinical, scientific ...

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How much do lab director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab director?

To thrive as a Lab Director, you typically need an advanced degree in a scientific discipline, extensive laboratory experience, and strong management skills. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), regulatory compliance protocols like CLIA or CAP, and quality assurance tools is crucial. Leadership, problem-solving, and excellent communication abilities distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure effective lab operations, regulatory adherence, and a high standard of scientific integrity and safety.

What are some common challenges a lab director faces when managing a multidisciplinary team?

Lab Directors often oversee teams composed of scientists, technicians, and administrative staff from diverse backgrounds. A key challenge is ensuring effective communication and collaboration across these disciplines, especially when balancing research priorities with regulatory compliance and resource allocation. Building a culture of transparency and continuous improvement helps address these challenges, as does providing ongoing professional development to team members. Proactively managing conflicts and aligning the team's goals with the lab's overall mission are also crucial responsibilities.
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Infographic showing various Lab Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,086 per year, or $60.6 per hour.

Lab Director

Northern Louisiana Medical Center

Ruston, LA • On-site

$85K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Oversees a wide variety of administrative, fiscal, and technical activities to ensure the efficient operation of the clinical laboratory and compliance with corporate policies. Responsible for the quality control program, quality assurance, and the point of care testing programs within the clinical laboratory. Plans, organizes, directs,controls, and evaluates the work of the clinical laboratory and co-ordinating it with other areas of the hospital.

Responsible for all personnel including hiring, dicipline, staff development, evaluation, payroll. Acts as technical supervisor for clinical laboratory functions off site and owned by the hospital. Assures the laboratory meets all regulatory requirements (CAP, AABB, JCAHO, CLIA, etc.) Population: Evaluates all results for appropriateness based on diagnosis, condition, age, sex, and previous test results

The Laboratory provides services to all hospital departments based on physician orders for testing.

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