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Kelly Services Clinical Lab Manager in Cleveland, Ohio
Clinical Laboratory Manager - Cleveland, OH
Direct Hire | Full-Time
Salary: $100,000 – $130,000 + $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Clinical Laboratory Manager to lead laboratory operations in a high-quality, fast-paced clinical environment. This role is responsible for the planning, coordination, supervision, and overall performance of laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving efficiency, safety, and quality.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily laboratory operations, including planning, assigning, and directing work
Supervise, mentor, and develop laboratory staff; support leadership training and growth
Oversee quality assurance programs, ensuring compliance with QC standards and regulatory requirements
Manage staffing, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and corrective actions
Prepare for and lead regulatory inspections (CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA)
Drive process improvements, review test performance, and manage laboratory data systems
Oversee SOPs and ensure accuracy within laboratory databases
Develop and manage departmental budgets and resources
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, clients, and internal stakeholders
Ensure environmental health & safety (EHS) compliance and maintain a safe lab environment
Participate in R&D and organizational committees as needed
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Chemistry, Medical Laboratory Science, or related field
C(ASCP) or MLS(ASCP ) certification required
Minimum 8 years of clinical laboratory experience (including auto-chem testing)
Minimum 4 years of supervisory or leadership experience
Preferred Skills & Experience
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development experience
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and drive operational efficiency
Experience with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods
Frequent lifting of up to 10 lbs; occasional lifting up to 25 lbs
Manual dexterity required for laboratory instruments and equipment
Benefits & Perks
We offer best-in-class benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and career growth:
Day 1 medical, dental, and vision coverage (for full-time employees)
Comprehensive wellness programs
Generous PTO + 6 holidays + 1 floating
401(k) with company match (up to 5%)
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Annual incentive plans
Education assistance
Career advancement opportunities
Financial wellness resources
And more
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role where you can shape laboratory operations, mentor teams, and drive quality in a regulated clinical environment—all while enjoying a competitive salary, bonus, and strong benefits package.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical?
Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.