Manager, Pathology Operations

Manager Pathology Operations

Location : Salt Lake City Utah (Hybrid);This position is based in Salt Lake City Utah with hybrid flexibility approved by leadership.

Shift : Day; Monday-Friday

Salary : $85000 - 120000 annually (DOE)

About the Opportunity

This role is ideal for a hands-on laboratory operations leader who thrives at the intersection of pathology digital innovation and clinical research. Youll play a key role in guiding the operational scientific and quality workflows of a rapidly growing pathology program all while helping shape the future of digital and histopathology services.

If you enjoy building efficient systems leading teams collaborating cross-functionally and supporting cutting-edge technology in a clinical environment this position provides the chance to directly influence both daily operations and long-term strategy.

What Youll Do

Lead and Optimize Lab Operations

Oversee day-to-day laboratory activities and ensure smooth operation of research and clinical pathology workflows.

Improve processes related to histology digital pathology scanning and data analysis to maintain high accuracy and fast turnaround times.

Implement and manage quality systems that meet all regulatory and accrediting requirements (CLIA CAP FDA etc.).

Maintain and optimize tissue sample reagent and equipment inventories.

Troubleshoot technical and operational challenges implementing improvements where needed.

Serve as the onsite operational leader for the Salt Lake City facility.

Support Scientific Clinical and Digital Pathology Programs

Coordinate cross-functional activities across clinical affairs regulatory medical engineering and commercial teams.

Support planning execution and tracking of R&D initiatives digital pathology development and clinical validation studies.

Manage tissue procurement systems sample inventory documentation and digital slide data organization.

Assist with project activities supporting AI model development clinical trials and regulatory submissions.

Coordinate internal and external pathologist reviews and documentation.

Maintain research and clinical datasets ensuring accuracy and accessibility.

Team Leadership

Recruit train and supervise histology scanning and laboratory support staff.

Oversee performance evaluations professional development and competency assessments.

Build a culture focused on quality efficiency accuracy and continuous improvement.

Regulatory & Quality Assurance

Help prepare documentation for regulatory submissions.

Maintain SOPs training records and audit documentation.

Participate in internal and external audits and proficiency testing activities.

Support quality metrics process improvements and compliance tracking.

What You Bring

Bachelors degree in medical laboratory science biology or related field (Masters preferred).

At least 5 years of experience in laboratory management ideally within pathology or histology.

Experience managing people and coordinating cross-functional teams.

CLIA-qualifying experience for a Laboratory Manager (42 CFR 493.1407).

Familiarity with digital pathology or whole-slide imaging is highly preferred.

Strong organizational operational and communication skills.

Experience with LIMS quality systems and regulatory standards (CLIA CAP FDA).

Knowledge of histology techniques microscopy QC workflows and sample data management.

Whats in It for You

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

Equity participation in a growing organization

Comprehensive health dental and vision benefits

Opportunity to lead impactful clinical and research programs

Work alongside an innovative team advancing digital pathology technologies

Hybrid flexibility with on-site leadership in Salt Lake City

About Us :

At Lighthouse Lab Services we offer solutions to help start grow and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 20 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 addition Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Six Sigma,Lean,Management Experience,Process Improvement,Microsoft Outlook,Analysis Skills,Warehouse Management System,Operations Management,Kaizen,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Retail Management

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 85000 - 120000