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Technical Supervisor / Laboratory Consultant

Location: California (Travel to Client Laboratory Sites Required)
Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift

Lighthouse Lab Services is seeking an experienced Technical Supervisor / Laboratory Consultant to support and oversee high-complexity clinical laboratory operations across multiple client laboratory sites.

This unique role combines the responsibilities of a Technical Supervisor, General Supervisor, Testing Personnel, and Technical Consultant under CLIA regulations. The ideal candidate will provide hands-on technical oversight, perform and review high-complexity testing, support laboratory quality systems, and partner with Laboratory Directors and client leadership teams to ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

This position is ideal for a laboratory professional who enjoys a mix of bench work, quality oversight, troubleshooting, consulting, and laboratory leadership.
What You'll Do:
Technical Oversight:

• Serve as Technical Supervisor and Technical Consultant for assigned laboratories
• Establish, verify, and monitor test methods and performance characteristics
• Oversee quality control, quality assessment, proficiency testing, and corrective action programs
• Investigate and resolve technical issues affecting test performance and result integrity
• Ensure laboratory testing systems consistently meet CLIA and accreditation requirements
• Provide technical guidance and consultation to laboratory personnel and leadership

• Support daily laboratory operations across multiple client sites
• Monitor workflow, turnaround times, staffing needs, and operational performance
• Partner with Laboratory Directors and site leadership to identify process improvements
• Assist with inventory management, supply coordination, and operational problem-solving
• Support laboratory start-ups, test launches, validations, and implementation projects

• Perform high-complexity testing utilizing LC/MS, EIA, and related laboratory platforms
• Review analytical data, instrument performance, calibrations, and quality metrics
• Verify and release laboratory results in accordance with established procedures
• Ensure proper specimen handling, testing documentation, and regulatory compliance
• Maintain instrument maintenance, calibration, and quality records

• Maintain compliance with CLIA, CAP, HIPAA, and applicable state and federal regulations
• Oversee personnel training, competency assessments, and ongoing technical development
• Ensure SOPs, policies, and laboratory documentation remain current and compliant
• Participate in inspections, audits, proficiency testing reviews, and accreditation activities
• Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

• Candidates must meet CLIA requirements for a High-Complexity Technical Supervisor with one of the following:
  • Doctoral degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science and at least 1 year of high-complexity laboratory experience
  • Master's degree and at least 2 years of high-complexity laboratory experience
  • Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of high-complexity laboratory experience
• Active California CLS License
• Experience working in high-complexity clinical laboratory environments
• Strong understanding of CLIA regulations and laboratory quality systems
• Experience with LC/MS instrumentation and data review preferred
• Experience supporting inspections, validations, proficiency testing, and quality programs
• Ability to travel between client laboratory sites as needed
• Strong troubleshooting and technical problem-solving abilities
• Experience supporting multiple laboratory locations or client sites
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, highly regulated laboratory environments
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality

Why Join Lighthouse?

• Competitive pay: $125,000-$135,000 (depending on experience)
• Day 1 Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 15 PTO days + 10 holidays
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Partially paid medical and parental leave

Equal Employment Opportunity:

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status regarding public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Lighthouse Lab Services is committed to working and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including persons with disabilities. If at any time during the application process, you need accommodation, please contact hrsupport@lighthouselabservices.com for assistance.

Lighthouse Lab Services | 800-838-0602 | lighthouselabservices.com
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