Laboratory Manager

Agency

Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services

Division

Agriculture Consumer Service

Job Classification Title

Laboratory Manager (NS)

Position Number

60011873

Grade

NC23

About Us

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.

Description of Work

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

This position is responsible for daily oversight of the many technically complex and diverse activities performed by the Virology and Serology sections of the Rollins Laboratory. Responsibilities include leading day-to-day lab operations while maintaining technical proficiency to step in as needed, providing consultation to veterinary practitioners and producers, as well as state and federal partners; developing and implementing policies and procedures; supervision and management of laboratory section operations; coordinating all personnel functions; developing new services; and oversight of the quality control and accreditation standards.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $81,620 - $130,000

• Demonstrated expertise in laboratory operations systems, including proficiency with laboratory information systems (LIMS), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), accreditation standards, and laboratory quality management systems to ensure regulatory compliance and efficiency.
• Demonstrated proficiency in advanced laboratory microbiological techniques and instrumentation, such as ELISA, PCR, advanced sequencing technologies such as NGS, and data interpretation relevant to animal health diagnostics.
• Demonstrated ability to lead laboratory day-to-day operations, with practical experience in staff management, workflow optimization, and problem-solving in high-throughput diagnostic settings.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to handle test procedures, interpret complex laboratory data, troubleshoot technical issues, and resolve scientific and administrative challenges within a laboratory diagnostic setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with staff, veterinary clients, and external laboratory partners to support laboratory needs.  

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Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience.
 
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Questions regarding this posting?  Contact 919-707-3201.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Doctoral degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology or related biological science field from an appropriately accredited institution, and two years of laboratory and administrative experience including one year of supervisory experience; or Master’s degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology or related biological science field from an appropriately accredited institution, and four years of laboratory and administrative experience including two years supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to identify essential functions per ADA.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Alyssa Bartholomew Hollick

Recruiter Email: [email protected]