Laboratory Director Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the laboratory director opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for leadership and management to QA/Compliance department staff directing efforts in all elements of the quality management system (QMS) through guidance and interpretation of regulatory requirements (CLIA, CAP, NY Department of Health, FDA QSRs).

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Proven experience translating technical opportunities adapting and creating best practices
• Experience leading and managing a multi-disciplined operational, scientific and/or engineering research program
• Experience in developing a strategic plan, making high-level strategic decisions and representing a multi-disciplined operational or scientific program to both internal and external management
• Experience managing administrative activities for an organization including fiscal responsibilities, Human Resources, property management, EH&S, and facilities management
• Demonstrated experience in effective people, project, and budget management – administrative oversight, creativity in decision making and problem solving, experience in human resource management, and a commitment to mentoring and career development
• State of Florida Supervisor License in at least 3 specialties in which lab is licensed
• Director of Laboratory - FT, Exempt
• Director of Surgical Services - FT, Exempt

I am excited to be applying for the position of laboratory director. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for a professional work environment through organizational analysis, strategic planning and sound management principles while practicing sound fiscal management for areas of responsibility.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Previous managerial experience in the clinical laboratory of an acute hospital preferred
• Prefer experience with regulatory and accreditation of laboratory operations
• CA CLS license
• ASCP Registry recommended
• Acute hospital setting preferred
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of molecular testing methods and technology within a BLS 3 Laboratory health/safety precautions and procedures
• Prior experience with specimen accessioning, processing, test execution and result reporting
• General understanding of laboratory quality control, statistical measurements and evaluation the laws, rules and regulations governing the operation of a public health laboratory

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the laboratory director position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for technical support in the implementation of diagnostic network strengthening activities such as specimen referral and transport system, laboratory information management system (laboratory connectivity) and expansion of molecular diagnostic tests;.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• MRI Tech - PRN, Evenings
• Instrument Tech - FT, Days
• RN Circulator - FT and PRN, Days
• RN MedSurg - FT and PRN, Peds or ICU Exp
• RN PreOp - FT and PRN, Days
• Dietary Aide - FT, Afternoons
• EVS Tech - FT and PRN
• Security Officer - PRN, Nights

I am excited to be applying for the position of laboratory director. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for general oversight for laboratory-based operations associated with the Section of Molecular Hematology and Therapy in the Department of Leukemia.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Significant experience with managing a core lab ideally in the area of Next Generation Sequencing
• Strong background in instrumentation, ideally with a good understanding of biochemistry and molecular biology
• Demonstrated experience managing projects and programs in a highly matrixed environment
• Demonstrated experience managing/motivating direct reports
• Strong business and IT acumen
• Previously qualified in forensic casework or databanking
• Completion of course work in Genetics, Biochemistry, Statistics and Molecular Biology
• Self motivated, energetic and able to work in a diverse team environment

I am excited to be applying for the position of laboratory director. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for overall management of administrative operations, including, logistics, procurement, budgeting, finances, human resources, information technology, property and security.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Basic principles of management, including business writing, budgeting and cost-allocation
• Established resourcefulness in setting priorities, creating, reviewing and improving SOPs
• Strong written and oral communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Outlook and Word
• A world-class senior scientist/director with an established applied and strategic science record of excellence in cereal research, breeding and trait development
• Ph.D./ Postdoctoral, experience in cereal science is highly desirable
• Strong commercial mindset is key
• Strong commitment to mentoring and supervising scientists
• Demonstrated effective leadership and communication with internal and external employees and partners