Laboratory Supervisor

Job description:

Laboratory Supervisor – Histology

Location: Germantown, MD

Schedule: Monday–Friday (Day Shift)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and detail-oriented Histology Laboratory Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of our histopathology laboratory. This role is ideal for a certified histotechnologist with strong technical expertise and leadership experience. The successful candidate will ensure high-quality slide preparation, maintain compliance with regulatory standards, and support a collaborative laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the histology laboratory, ensuring efficiency and compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Supervise histotechnologists, laboratory assistants, and support staff, including performance evaluations and staff development.
• Monitor laboratory workflow, troubleshoot technical and quality issues, and escalate as needed.
• Ensure high-quality tissue processing, sectioning, and staining for accurate pathological evaluation.
• Maintain and update laboratory procedure manuals, ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Train staff on laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and workflow organization.
• Manage inventory, supplies, and departmental expenses in alignment with budget.
• Participate in hiring processes, including interviewing and onboarding new staff.
• Support special projects, including R&D initiatives.
• Provide bench support when needed (e.g., microtomy, staining).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience

• Proven supervisory experience in a research or clinical laboratory setting with a strong understanding of laboratory management principles.
• Extensive hands-on experience with laboratory techniques
• Familiarity with GLP standards, FDA regulations governing clinical laboratories and drug development processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) for data tracking and reporting.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Work Experience:

• AS degree in Biological/Physical sciences or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• HT (ASCP)
• 5 years Histology experience.
• Current state licensure, if applicable
• Meet all of the qualifications listed in the Policy for Minimum Qualification for Histotechnician and Histology Supervisor.

Preferred Work Experience:

• BS degree in biological/physical sciences
• HTL (ASCP)
• Graduate of a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program
• 5 years of histopathology experience, with 1-2 years in a leadership role
• Immunohistochemistry, IFA experience a plus

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
• Frequent walking and/or standing.
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual tools and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity

EDUCATION

Associates Degree(Required)

Bachelor's Degree

LICENSE CERTIFICATIONS

Current state licensure, if applicable(Required)

HT (ASCP) (Required)

HTL (ASCP)

NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program