Lab Integration and Development Specialist

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Job description

Summary of Major Responsibilities:
The Laboratory Integration and Development Specialist will assist in the development and implementation of clinical laboratory operations as part of Exact Sciences' growth strategy. This position will also assist in the development and execution of next generation sequencing laboratories, development, and execution of integration strategies during closing, and integration phases of mergers and acquisitions where a clinical laboratory integration is necessary. The Laboratory Integration and Development Specialist will participate on post-integration project teams as a subject matter expert (SME) and other projects within the United States and future international laboratories.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist in design and development of the operational aspects of new next generation sequencing laboratories.

Partner with operations leadership to develop integration strategy for acquired laboratory assets.

Assist with leading the movement of people, process, and technology between laboratories.

Work cross functionally with all groups within the M&A team and/or other laboratory support operations.

Develop and execute project plans and roadmaps.

Travel frequently to site of acquired company.

Support and collaborate with coworkers on innovation initiatives, such as automation and idea exploration, and propel concepts from idea stage to execution.

Apply strong knowledge of international business culture and ability to adapt to other cultures.

Apply skilled and effective communication with the ability to engage and inspire a highly diverse organization and hold team accountable for results.

Advanced business writing skills and technical writing skills.

Ability to manage decisions through fact based/data driven metrics.

Apply exceptional ethics with unquestioned character, and absolute integrity.

Ability to work cross functionally with members across the organization, consultants, architects, and designers.

Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.

Support and comply with the company's Quality Management System policies and procedures.

Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.

Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.

Ability to work on a computer and phone simultaneously.

Ability and means to travel between Exact Sciences locations.

Ability to travel 50% of working time away from work location, may include overnight/weekend and

travel internationally.

Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Life Sciences, or field as outlined in the essential duties.

6+ years of experience within a clinical laboratory setting with progressive responsibility.

3+ years of experience in leadership roles with progressive responsibility within a clinical lab setting.

3+ years of experience in a next generation sequencing laboratory.

Demonstrated advanced understanding of CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments), CAP (College of American Pathologists), New York State Department of Health, California requirements, and quality management systems.

Possession of ASCP certification and maintained throughout employment in position.

Demonstrated advanced understanding of the Exact Sciences information technology (IT) systems used in the laboratories and operation teams.

Demonstrated ability to achieve results on cross-functional technical teams through cooperation with other functions and project teams.

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in field as outlined in the essential duties.

8+ years of experience within a clinical laboratory setting with progressive responsibility.

Experience and/or professional working knowledge of the cancer care continuum and clinical menu.

Experience in laboratory startup, development, assay validations, and building codes.

Professional working knowledge of ISO 15189, ISO 17020, and ISO 17025.

EEO Disclosure:
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. Applicable portions of the Company's affirmative action program are available to any applicant or employee for inspection upon request.