Executive Director, Laboratory Operations

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The Executive Director, Laboratory Operations performs highly responsible scientific and managerial work in directing the operations for the assigned laboratory. An employee in this position manages, plans, and coordinates the work of technical and clerical employees that perform chemical, physical, and instrumental analysis. Additionally, the Executive Director, Laboratory Operations leverages expertise in scientific knowledge to support medical staff and leads laboratory operations in a cost effective and efficient manner that is consistent with the needs of the department and its clients.

• Plans, directs, supervises, develops, and coordinates the work of subordinate employees.
• Prepares and administers annual budget for laboratory operations.
• Reviews and approves requisitions for materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Prepares reports concerning the status of laboratory operations.
• Develops long-range plans for the technological development of laboratory operations.
• Ensures that all laboratories are compliant with state and federal licensure requirements.
• Establishes all methods of qualitative and quantitative analysis, maintains required CME credits, and participates in departmental in-service training.
• Defines laboratory goals and objectives.
• Guides staff members in establishing appropriate priorities and periodically evaluates laboratory performance in relation to goals and objectives.
• Ensures internal control oversight and compliance with laws and regulations, safeguarding of assets, compliance with University policies and procedures, reliability of internal and external reporting, and efficiency and effectiveness of operations. Creates an effective control environment, conducts risk assessment, implements and monitors controls.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required

Minimum 7 years of relevant experience required

• Strategic Alignment: Skilled in aligning departmental goals with enterprise-wide strategy and develops comprehensive strategic plans.
• Financial Management: Ensures fiscal responsibility, and optimization of financial performance.
• Resource Management: Ability to allocate resources and drive innovation and growth.
• Adaptability: Proven ability to adjust to changes and leads/inspires transformational change.
• Team Leadership: Ability to build and lead high-performing teams, manage complex projects, and ensure successful project delivery.
• Technology & Analytics: Understanding of technology, data analytics, and performance measurement to drive strategic decisions and identify opportunities.
• Communication: Ability to influence others, articulate strategic vision, and ensure clear and persuasive communication.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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