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Core Laboratory Supervisor – UF Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI)

Work type: Staff Full-Time

Categories: Allied Health, Grant or Research Administration, Health Care Administration/Support

Department: 29680302 - MD-CTSI-VILLAGES HEALTH CRC

Classification Title:

Scientific Laboratory Manager

Job Description:

UF Health: PHRC Core Laboratory Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing and performing specialized testing in the areas of point-of-care, chemistry, immunology, urinalysis, hematology, coagulation, proteins and biomarkers, as well as signal linearity and linear and logistic regression. This position will assume administrative duties in supervising operations and personnel across UF Health: PHRC center and remote sites. Conduct performance appraisals and competency assessments for staff.

+ Conduct performance appraisals and competency assessments for staff.

+ Perform and supervise laboratory testing of human biological samples for research purposes using various methodologies

+ Responsible for all routine quality assurance activities associated with the performance of laboratory and point-of-care testing; including reporting results and all quality control documentation

+ Actively oversee the interfacing of automated instrumentation with the laboratory information system (LIS); involved in LIS-associated tasks such as test builds and dictionary maintenance

+ Data validation, manipulation, and exporting in Excel

+ Experience in applying supervised and unsupervised learning techniques such as signal linearity; share/bring in new innovations to lab

+ This position is responsible for the performance, quality, and accuracy of the results reported; maintenance of instrumentation, including scheduled, preventive, and troubleshooting, as needed as well as maintenance of laboratory and laboratory equipment; preparation of standards, calibrators, and reagents; and adherence to the laboratory's quality management program, including quality assurance activities

+ Purchase supplies, maintain instruments and equipment, and comply with all laboratory policies and procedures

+ Directing activities related to dispatching, routing, tracking, and storing of specimens to create a system that responds quickly to center needs and runs efficiently

+ Participate, with other technologists, in development of tests as defined by the laboratory director

+ Keeps laboratory procedure manuals up to date and trains junior staff

+ Responsible for keeping the UF Health: PHRC lab in a continual state of high-quality readiness per CAP, AHCA and CLIA requirements

Who We Are

The University of Florida’s Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) was established in 2008 to accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries into improved health outcomes. As a university-wide research infrastructure, the CTSI enhances UF’s capacity to conduct impactful clinical and translational research by offering resources, training, and support to investigators across disciplines. The institute promotes collaboration among researchers, clinicians, and community partners to advance scientific innovation, improve health care delivery, and address health disparities throughout Florida and beyond.

Expected Salary:

$60,500 - $96,600

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate college course work may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Working in healthcare or academic research environments

+ Candidate with a background in working with older adults is preferred

+ Knowledge with working and analyzing blood-based biomarkers is preferred

+ Experience including cognitive health assessments such as AP 42|40, APOE preferred

+ Preferred Degree Areas: Gerontology, neuropsychology, psychology, hematology,

microbiology or other similar area

+ Prefer candidate who is phlebotomy certified or willing to obtain certification

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

This is a time-limited position.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.

The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:No

Advertised: 14 May 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 23 May 2025 Eastern Daylight Time