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Senior Laboratory Director, Oncology

BillionToOne
Location
Menlo Park, CA
Posted
19 days ago
Department
Lab Operations
Salary
$246,525 - $267,962
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent) in genetics, molecular biology, or a related field
  • Board certification (ABMGG, ABP in Molecular Genetic Pathology, or equivalent)
  • Valid or eligible for California Clinical Laboratory Director license (CGMB, CGMBS, MD/DO licensure) and New York State CoQ in oncology testing
  • 7+ years in a regulated clinical laboratory environment (CLIA/CAP/NYSDOH)
  • At least 4 years in molecular oncology testing including NGS
  • Proven leadership developing, validating, and implementing oncology assays
What the job really is

The Senior Laboratory Director, Oncology will lead the daily operations of a high-complexity oncology clinical laboratory at BillionToOne. This role involves managing laboratory staff, overseeing budget and compliance, driving operational performance, and ensuring the accuracy of oncology report sign-outs. The director will also collaborate with various teams on assay development and provide technical oversight in the laboratory.

Benefits
  • Working alongside brilliant and dedicated colleagues
  • Open, transparent culture with weekly Town Hall meetings
  • Ability to change the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients
  • Multiple medical benefit options with employee premiums paid 100% for select plans
  • Extremely generous Family Bonding Leave (16 weeks, paid at 100%)
  • Supplemental fertility benefits coverage
Things to weigh
  • Role requires full-time onsite presence (2 to 3 days/week)
  • High level of accountability for quality, turnaround time, capacity, cost, and regulatory compliance
  • Position involves troubleshooting technical issues across oncology workflows
  • Leadership role in a high-growth environment may demand adaptability and resilience
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