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Nicklas Laboratory Staffing

Durham, NC

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SKILLS
Assay Development, Assays, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Clinical Laboratory, Clinical Pathology, Continuous Improvement, Disease, Emerging Technology, Fellowship, Genetics, Healthcare Quality, Identify Issues, Laboratory, Laboratory Management, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Testing, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Marketing Requirements Document (MRD), Medical Office Administration, Mentoring, Molecular Analysis, Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), Onboarding, Operations Management, Pathology, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Control, Quality Management, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Scientific Publications, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Strategic Planning, Team Player, Testing, Time Management
LOCATION
Durham, NC
POSTED
30+ days ago
Senior Molecular Pathologist & Laboratory Director
North Carolina | Monday–Friday | Permanent
Salary: $325,000–$400,000 annually (based on experience)
Bonuses & Incentives: Relocation assistance
Schedule: Day shift | No nights | No weekends
Start Date: Flexible / TBD
Position Overview
We’re seeking an experienced Senior Molecular Pathologist & Laboratory Director to provide physician leadership within its North Carolina molecular diagnostics laboratory. This senior-level role combines clinical molecular pathology sign-out with full laboratory directorship responsibilities.
In addition to reviewing and signing out cases across a broad next-generation sequencing (NGS) portfolio, the successful candidate will lead the launch, validation, and growth of a high-impact solid tumor minimal residual disease (MRD) assay, with end-to-end responsibility for medical quality, regulatory compliance, and clinical excellence across the laboratory’s test menu.
Key Responsibilities
  • Interpret and sign out high-complexity molecular cases, including NGS, PCR, and MRD assays, ensuring accurate and timely diagnoses
  • Provide medical leadership for MRD assay development, validation, interpretation, and integration into clinical workflows and reporting systems
  • Serve as CLIA Laboratory Director, overseeing regulatory compliance, SOPs, personnel competency, and inspection readiness
  • Oversee quality assurance (QA), quality control (QC), proficiency testing, and continuous improvement initiatives across molecular and hematopathology testing
  • Collaborate with laboratory supervisors, operations, and quality teams to ensure efficient, compliant, and scalable testing processes
  • Act as a clinical liaison for internal teams and external clients, supporting case resolution and strengthening physician relationships
  • Contribute to scientific publications, presentations, and internal strategy discussions related to emerging technologies and diagnostics
  • Mentor pathologists, technologists, and laboratory staff, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by senior medical leadership in support of medical, regulatory, or strategic initiatives
Required Qualifications
  • M.D. or D.O. degree
  • Fellowship training and Board Certification in Molecular Genetic Pathology (American Board of Pathology)
  • Board Certification in Hematopathology required
  • 5+ years of molecular pathology experience, including strong expertise in next-generation sequencing (NGS)
  • Hematopathology experience, including flow cytometry interpretation, preferred
  • Active, unrestricted North Carolina medical license or willingness to obtain
  • Additional licensure in CA, FL, and/or NY a plus
  • Possession of or willingness to obtain New York State Certificate of Qualification (COQ) for molecular diagnostics
  • NY State COQ for flow cytometry strongly desired
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive salary: $325K–$400K annually
  • Sign-on and retention bonuses
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance (Day 1 coverage)
  • Employer-paid malpractice insurance
  • Matching retirement plan with full vesting
  • Dedicated recruiter and onboarding support
Why This Opportunity?
  • Senior physician leadership role with laboratory directorship authority
  • Opportunity to lead a cutting-edge MRD assay with national clinical impact
  • Advanced, NGS-driven molecular diagnostics environment
  • Predictable weekday schedule with excellent work–life balance
  • North Carolina location with strong life sciences and biotech presence
Recruiter Contact
Marquius Young
Recruiting & Client Success Manager
  • Office: (470) 323-8959
  • Mobile: (770) 539-0333
  • Email: marquius@nicklasstaffing.com
About Nicklas Laboratory Staffing
Nicklas Laboratory Staffing is the only laboratory staffing agency founded by a Pathologists’ Assistant and dedicated exclusively to labs. With 13 years of laboratory experience, we specialize in placing pathologists, pathologists’ assistants, histotechnicians/histotechnologists, cytologists, medical lab techs, medical lab scientists, and lab leaders in travel, permanent, and temp-to-perm laboratory positions nationwide.
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