Lab Supervisor - Core Lab

Lighthouse Lab Services is seeking a Core Lab Supervisor in Cary, NC. Nestled in the heart of the Research Triangle, Cary is one of the best places in the Southeast to live and work. Medical professionals here benefit from access to leading hospitals, research institutions, and diagnostic labs, all within a supportive and growing healthcare community. With its excellent quality of life, top-rated schools, and welcoming atmosphere, Cary offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and personal well-being.

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Compensation: $38 – $45 per hour (commensurate with experience)

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Core Laboratory Supervisor to oversee daily laboratory operations, ensuring high standards of quality, accuracy, and efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in core lab disciplines—including chemistry, hematology, coagulation, and urinalysis—along with proven leadership experience in a clinical laboratory setting.

• Supervise daily operations within the core laboratory, ensuring accurate and timely testing across all sections.

• Oversee, train, and mentor laboratory staff to maintain a culture of quality, safety, and professional growth.

• Monitor quality control and quality assurance programs to ensure compliance with CAP, CLIA, and other regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with management to develop and implement laboratory policies, procedures, and process improvements.

• Maintain adequate inventory of reagents, supplies, and instrumentation to support uninterrupted workflow.

• Participate in competency assessments, proficiency testing, and performance evaluations for laboratory personnel.

• Assist with validation, correlation, and implementation of new instruments, assays, and methodologies.

• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and foster a collaborative and efficient team environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field required.

• ASCP or equivalent certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) required.

• Minimum 3 years of clinical laboratory experience, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role preferred.

• Strong working knowledge of core lab instrumentation and information systems (LIS).

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

About Us:

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has more than 18 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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