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Center Medical Director

Ruston, LA · On-site

$150/hr

Contract / Temp Location: Ruston, LA Workplace type: Hybrid Compensation: $150.00 / hour Key ... Lead and manage the medical and laboratory operations, ensuring they are conducted with the highest ...

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Center Medical Director

Clovis, NM · On-site

$150/hr

Contract / Temp Location: Clovis, NM Workplace type: Hybrid Compensation: $150.00 / hour Key ... Lead and manage the medical and laboratory operations, ensuring they are conducted with the highest ...

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How much do temporary laboratory director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary laboratory 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 Temporary Laboratory Director vs Laboratory Supervisor?

AspectTemporary Laboratory DirectorLaboratory Supervisor
CredentialsTypically requires a relevant degree in science or healthcare, with leadership experienceRequires a degree or certification in laboratory sciences, with supervisory experience
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple labs or departments, often in healthcare or research settingsManages daily operations within a specific lab or department
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in healthcare, research, and diagnostic labs for temporary leadership rolesCommonly employed in clinical and research labs for ongoing supervision

The Temporary Laboratory Director and Laboratory Supervisor roles both require scientific credentials and involve laboratory management. However, the Temporary Laboratory Director typically holds a higher-level leadership position overseeing multiple labs temporarily, while the Laboratory Supervisor manages daily lab operations within a specific department. The roles differ mainly in scope and level of responsibility, with the director position being more strategic and broad in oversight.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Laboratory 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.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Syracuse, NY

$67K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.
Qualifications:Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Basic Requirements:
  • United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
  • English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f).
  • Education. A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
  • Certification. Candidates must meet one of the following certification options below.
    • Generalist certification as an MLS given by ASCP BOC or AMT.
    • Generalist certification as an MT given by ASCP BOR or AMT.
    • Categorical certification or Specialist certification by ASCP or AMT.
NOTE: Categorical and specialist certifications are not acceptable for CLS Generalist positions or lab sections unrelated to the categorical or specialist certification held. Categorical or specialist certifications are acceptable for higher-graded positions within the relevant lab section or one of the non-section specific assignments (including, Ancillary Testing Coordinator, Education Coordinator, Laboratory Information Manager, Quality Manager, Laboratory Manager, Regional Technical Specialist, National Quality and Compliance Agent, Regional Program Manager, Regional Director, Laboratory Director, or National Quality and Compliance Officer).
Exception for Non-Certified.
  • Applicants who do not currently hold valid certification may be hired by VA and actively work toward their certification if they meet one of the routes that makes them eligible to take the MLS certification exam through the ASCP BOC or the MLS certification exam through AMT Certification Agency.
  • Non-Certified applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for licensure may be given a temporary appointment CLS under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405(c)(2).
  • Non-Certified individuals may only provide care under the supervision of a certified CLS at or above the FPL.
  • Non-Certified individuals may only be appointed at the entry level and may not be promoted/converted until certification is obtained.
  • Temporary appointments of non-certified CLS may not be extended beyond two (2) years or be converted to a new temporary appointment.
Failure to Obtain Certification. In all cases, CLSs must actively work to meet requirements for certification starting from the date of their placement into the occupation. At the time of appointment, the Human Resources (HR) Office staff, in collaboration with the supervisor, will provide the employee with the written requirements for certification, including the time by which the certification must be obtained and the consequences for not becoming certified by the deadline. Failure to obtain certification during this time period may result in separation from employment.
May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).
Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment, candidates must meet the following grade-determining criteria for placement at grade levels specified.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist, GS-11
Experience. 1 year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade level.
OR,
Education. Must have 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education or a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in medical technology or a directly related science.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of professional clinical laboratory science principles, practices, concepts, and theories that support sound, independent work.
  • Knowledge of laboratory quality control and quality assurance procedures and principles of performance improvement.
  • Skill in informatics, laboratory data flow, and laboratory processes.
  • Ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation.
  • Ability to use independent technical judgment to analyze and interpret laboratory results.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and apply complex written instructions.
  • Ability to communicate, consult, and interact with other members of the health care team, external relations, customer service, and patient education.

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-11.
Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.Education:Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER

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