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Assistant Director, Cancer Cytogenomics Laboratory in New York, NY
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our Tumor CytoGenomics Laboratory as an Assistant Director. The successful candidate will play a critical role in overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring high-quality testing, and contributing to the development and implementation of cutting-edge methodologies.
This position requires expertise in chromosome analysis, fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), and chromosomal microarray (Agilent’s aCGH+SNP platform). Experience in next-generation sequencing (NGS) and bioinformatics is strongly preferred. The Assistant Director will also participate in strategic planning and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Oversight:
Supervise and perform cytogenomic analyses, including karyotyping, FISH, and aCGH+SNP testing.
Provide technical expertise and troubleshooting for all methodologies in the laboratory and incorporate into new developments in clinical application to provide the most up-to-date comprehensive service.
Stay current with advancements in cytogenomic and molecular techniques.
Leadership & Management:
Assist in the daily operations and workflow management of the laboratory.
Mentor and train staff in advanced cytogenetic techniques and best practices and educates laboratory personnel through weekly laboratory meetings.
Collaborate with the Director to establish and achieve laboratory goals.
Quality Assurance & Compliance:
Ensure compliance with CAP, CLIA, and NYSDOH regulatory standards.
Oversee quality control procedures and participate in internal and external audits.
Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and provide Quality Indicators (QI) for the maintenance and improvement of cytogenetics, FISH and array CGH+SNP testing.
Provide statistical reports involving the volume of specimens, number of tests, TAT, for purpose of budget planning and growth.
Research & Development:
Participate in the development and validation of new assays, including NGS-based tests.
Collaborate with bioinformatics teams to analyze and interpret complex genomic data.
Develop and participate in research projects.
Contribute to publications, grants, and presentations to advance the field of cancer cytogenomics.
Client and Team Collaboration:
Communicate results and findings effectively with physicians, researchers, and other stakeholders.
Provide clinical consultation on complex cases and cytogenomic reports.
Develop and implements a service of continuing education programs for laboratory trainees, medical students and medical residents.
Teach medical students, pathology residents, hematology/oncology fellows, genetic counseling students and other rotating medical personnel.
Organize CME-credit seminars.
Qualifications:
Required:
PhD or MD/PhD in Genetics, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
Board certification or eligibility in Clinical Cytogenetics (e.g., ABMGG or equivalent).
Extensive hands-on experience in chromosome analysis, FISH, and chromosomal microarray, specifically Agilent’s aCGH+SNP platform.
Proven ability to lead and manage a laboratory team.
Preferred:
Experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) and bioinformatics tools.
Knowledge of cancer genomics and its clinical applications.
Strong publication record in the field of cytogenomics or molecular diagnostics.
Skills and Competencies:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.