Description
ICON is seeking an experienced laboratory supervisor to lead their Hematology section in Farmingdale, NY. The successful candidate will oversee daily operations across four testing disciplines within the Hematology department, including Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, and Hemoglobin A1c testing.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise day-to-day laboratory operations across hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, and HbA1c testing
- Manage, mentor, and develop laboratory staff
- Maintain compliance with CLIA, CAP, NYS, and sponsor-specific requirements
- Oversee quality control performance, instrument maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting on Sysmex, Novus, Stago, and Trinity Biotech platforms
- Review and approve QC data, ensuring out-of-control events are properly investigated and documented
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve specimen-related issues and support clinical trial deliverables
- Contribute to SOP authorship, review cycles, and appendix maintenance for supervised testing areas
- Support proficiency testing, external quality assurance, bi-monthly studies, and regulatory inspection readiness
- Track and report section-level turnaround time (TAT) performance, flag exceptions, and implement corrective actions
- Participate in cross-site harmonization initiatives
Requirements:
- New York State license as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (Clinical Laboratory Technologist)
- MLS(ASCP) or equivalent national certification preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or related scientific discipline
- Minimum 3-5 years of clinical laboratory experience with direct supervisory or lead responsibility
- Hands-on experience with hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, and/or HbA1c testing strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of CLIA, CAP, and NYS laboratory regulatory requirements
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage staff, workload, and priorities simultaneously
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across functional teams
- Experience in a CRO, clinical trials, or pharmaceutical laboratory environment a plus
Salary Range: $103,790 to $124,548
Benefits:
- Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives
- Health and wellbeing programs including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance programs and wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways