Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Senior Laboratory Manager to work as a supervisor of clinical research laboratory. Supports the needs of clinical research center. Supervises senior and junior laboratory members. Coordinates activities for histotechnician working within the anatomic pathology laboratory. Oversees biospecimen bank coordination and works with basic science director to ensure that research needs are being met.

This position will be in support of Naval Health Research Center (NHRC), Operational Infectious Diseases (OID). OID conducts on-going, laboratory-based surveillance of US military populations in unique environments to quantify and study the etiology of infectious illnesses. Test specimens are collected from ongoing surveillance programs and from special investigations of febrile illnesses and pneumonia among military personnel or civilians (recruits, forces afloat, deployed forces, outbreaks of concern, and border populations). In addition to the utilization of portable, rapid assay technologies to identify pathogens in the field, test specimens and limited epidemiologic data, when approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB), are provided to the NHRC laboratory where diagnostics and, in some instances, in-depth pathogen characterization is conducted. Results are provided to sponsors, the Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center, local investigators and collaborators and, when applicable, county health units in order to guide proper responses that ultimately affect both the readiness of US forces and the safety of public health. 

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Helps to identify disease situations and to design proper laboratory support for projects.
• Supervises and trains laboratory personnel in procedures of safety and quality control protocols.
• Maintains standard operating procedure (SOP) for laboratory. Assists providers ensure tests are ordered and collected according to SOP.
• Creates and presents abstracts and papers at scientific conferences; works on key projects within program; participates and supports grants.
• Upholds all policies and procedures based on current and/or future certifying organizations. Coordinates the activities related to the performance and compliance of clinical/research laboratory studies at applicable centers. Must be familiar with HIPAA standards, JHACHO regulations and OHRP standards for the protection of human subjects and laboratory members.
• Obtains and ensures study approval. Coordinates submission of all annual and final reports required by host location, study sponsor, and/or outside regulatory agencies as requested. Coordinates/assists with audits performed by study sponsor.
• Follows up patient orders to ensure the prompt, efficient and accurate performance of laboratory test results.
• Assists staff in making sure that all Quality Control specimen and data is acceptable and follows protocols. Coordinates quality assurance projects for those studies being conducted, including record reviews, data searches, and protocol submission documents.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct Supervisor: Direct authority to make decisions on the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, starting salaries and merit increases; conduct employee performance evaluations and directs work activities.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required. Master's Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10+ years' related experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Will oversee all managers of various lab sections across Operational Infectious Disease Directorates
• Knowledge of a wide variety of laboratory techniques.
• Has advanced understanding of CLIA, OSHA, and CAP requirements.
• Minimum of 4 years supervisory experience in a laboratory setting.
• Technical knowledge of scientific disciplines.
• Has experience in writing standard operating procedures or laboratory protocols necessary for accreditation.
• Has developed and maintained research study involving testing in the laboratory. Has knowledge in research testing validation. 
• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Clearance

Licenses and Certifications 

• Education and experience in microbiology equivalent to an MT (ASCP).

Work Environment

•  This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting.

Compensation 

• The likely salary range for this position is $88,600 - $119,700 annually.  This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary.  Final salary will be determined based on market analysis, experience, and education. 

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.