Laboratory Quality Assurance Manager – Detroit MI

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Laboratory Quality Assurance Manager at one of our premier clients. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts!

Position Details

• Location: Detroit, MI (100% onsite to start; potential for hybrid/remote in future)
• Type: Full-time, M-F standard working hours
• Salary Range: $70,000–$90,000/year
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Lead CLIA licensing and reaccreditation, ensuring all requirements are met for quality resources and certifications.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the laboratory’s Quality Management System and document control systems
• Drive audit readiness and manage internal/external audit processes, supporting client and regulatory requests (CAP, CLIA, NY accreditation)
• Manage QA/QC assignments, corrective/preventive actions (CAPA), data integrity programs, and SOP governance
• Assist with laboratory regulatory duties, validations/verifications of proprietary/commercial assays, and QA reporting
• Mentor and oversee competency assessment and training for laboratory staff
• Promote good customer relations with clients and uphold high standards for laboratory workflow and compliance
• Analyze quality data and trends to support process improvement initiatives and inform management reviews
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or related field (Associate’s degree will be considered with strong, aligned experience)
• Minimum 3–5 years of quality management experience in a regulated laboratory environment (8 years in a regulated environment)
• Demonstrated experience with CLIA, CAP, NY, or other laboratory accreditation processes strongly preferred
• Lab background with QA oversight and hands-on audit/certification experience
• ASCP certification in Hematology or MLS strongly preferred but not required
• Working knowledge of computer and analytical software for laboratory and QA documentation
• Strong initiative, ownership, teamwork, attention to detail, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, accept additional responsibilities, and drive CLIA licensing goals
  
  

Benefits/Perks

• Comprehensive package
• Flexible lab culture with an emphasis on support for life events and continued professional growth
• Room to progress into upper management/director level roles as company expands – they are steadily growing!
• No travel required
• Open to VISA candidates and possible sponsorship possible and considered on a case-by-case basis
  
  

Come be a part of a growing and innovative company with strong growth trajectory and cutting-edge work in clinical laboratory research space!

For more information or to be considered, send resumes to Tierra.Barbour@kellyscientific.com or call 804-991-0745

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