Tempus Labs, Inc. is hiring a
Assistant Director of Clinical Science Oncology

Summary

The job is for a Clinical Science team leader at Tempus, responsible for overseeing the operational activities of the team to support next-generation sequencing workflow. The role requires a higher degree in Human Genetics, Molecular Genetics, Genomics or related field and experience managing teams in a high-complexity laboratory or highly regulated environment.

Requirements

• Higher degree (e.g. Ph.D. or M.D.) in Human Genetics, Molecular Genetics, Genomics or related field
• Experience managing teams in a high-complexity laboratory or highly regulated environment

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operational activities of the Clinical Science team to support a high quality next-generation sequencing workflow with rapid turnaround times
• Manage a team of genomic scientists and oversee team metrics that align to business objectives
• Ensure delivery of high quality results and regulatory compliance, including FDA, CAP, CLIA, NYS, etc
• Plan and direct projects to ensure clinical reports are accurate and to improve operational efficiencies
• Collaborate with diverse roles, including Scientists, Pathologists, Product, Engineering, and Operations to implement solutions for high volume and high growth
• Intentionally foster a workplace culture that is consistent with the clinical team’s guiding principles, Tempus core values and identified vision

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading teams through high growth and rapid change
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high growth and fast-paced environment
• Possesses exceptional communication skills with experience leading and collaborating with diverse teams
• Self-driven with a proactive solution-focused mindset and an ability to derive and execute scientific and operational initiatives
• Experience with genetic variant curation, interpretation of clinical relevance, and therapy recommendations based on guidelines such as AMP/ASCO
• Familiarity with clinical testing regulatory requirements including FDA, CAP, and NYS