Mid-Career Laboratory Director with Operations Management Skills Salary

Job Description for Laboratory Director

Laboratory directors oversee the functioning of the laboratory under their supervision. On a day-to-day basis, laboratory directors are responsible for overseeing staffing needs in the laboratory and hiring appropriate people to fill needed positions. They may also be in charge of conducting background checks if the nature of the work requires it, handling regular performance reviews, and confirming that laboratory staffers are all qualified for the positions they fill. In addition, laboratory directors must balance the budget and other requirements (such as space) for projects performed in the laboratory. These directors may help facilitate the seeking of grants or securing assistance for projects as well. They should have a comprehensive knowledge not only of the facilities and personnel under their direction, but a strong working knowledge of all relevant regulatory and grant requirements involved with projects they supervise.

Most laboratory director positions require a doctoral degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field. This is a position which requires organizational skills and unfailing attention to detail. A laboratory director should possess excellent management skills as well. Previous experience as lab generalists, assistant directorships, and experience in laboratory management positions are generally required. Additionally, there are several professional organizations which offer laboratory director certification upon proving that one has fulfilled the educational requirements and passed a competency test. (Copyright 2019 PayScale.com)

• Provide oversight and management for day-to-day operations.
• Communicate with internal and external customers.
• Coordinate laboratory teams and foster an atmosphere for safety and efficiency.
• Act as point of contact for planning and executing laboratory services.

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