Laboratory Director

Prelude Fertility

$110K — $130K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in laboratory science required; PhD strongly preferred
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a human IVF laboratory setting
  • Certification as a High-Complexity Clinical Laboratory Director (HCLD) required
  • Demonstrated leadership and management experience in a laboratory environment
  • Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership and oversight of IVF laboratory operations, ensuring optimal performance and full compliance with clinical and regulatory standards
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate professional and support laboratory staff to maintain a high standard of care
  • Develop and manage quality control (QC), quality assurance (QA), and quality improvement (QI) programs, including data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Participate in ongoing research, including oocyte cryopreservation, oocyte maturation, and preimplantation genetic testing
  • Ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements
  • Contribute to organization-wide performance improvement and help foster a culture of excellence in patient care

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans, along with life insurance and long-term disability
  • Family building support: Fertility benefits, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support
  • Generous paid parental leave: Maternity, paternity, and partner leave
  • Plenty of paid time off: 18 days of PTO annually plus 11 paid holidays
  • Retirement plan: 401(k) plan with competitive company match and full vesting in 2 years
  • Lifestyle Spending Account: Company-funded account for physical, financial, and emotional well-being expenses
  • Health Savings Account (HSA): Employer contributions for eligible employees
  • Employee Referral Program: Earn extra money for referrals
  • Growth opportunities: Continuing education reimbursement and professional development time
  • Premium Calm Health Subscription: Free premium wellness app access
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to emotional well-being and work-life resources
  • Additional coverage options: Accident, critical illness, and pet insurance
Full Job Description
We're seeking an experienced Laboratory Director to lead our IVF laboratory operations in Indianapolis, Indiana. This role oversees the full range of complex laboratory procedures supporting infertility treatment and reproductive technologies, and plays a key part in shaping the quality and direction of our lab.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership and oversight of IVF laboratory operations, ensuring optimal performance and full compliance with clinical and regulatory standards
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate professional and support laboratory staff to maintain a high standard of care
  • Develop and manage quality control (QC), quality assurance (QA), and quality improvement (QI) programs, including data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Participate in ongoing research, including oocyte cryopreservation, oocyte maturation, and preimplantation genetic testing
  • Ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements
  • Contribute to organization-wide performance improvement and help foster a culture of excellence in patient care


Qualifications

  • Master's degree in laboratory science required; PhD strongly preferred
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a human IVF laboratory setting
  • Certification as a High-Complexity Clinical Laboratory Director (HCLD) required
  • Demonstrated leadership and management experience in a laboratory environment
  • Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting


Why You'll Love Working Here - Our Amazing Benefits:

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans for our full-time employees, along with complimentary basic life insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and long-term disability insurance. FREE or low-cost employee-only healthcare coverage option is also available.

Family Building Support: Take advantage of our comprehensive fertility benefits, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support to help grow your family.

Paid Parental Leave: Generous maternity, paternity, and partner leave so you can focus on what matters most.

Plenty of Paid Time Off: Start with 18 days of PTO annually and enjoy 11 paid holidays, including one floating holiday to use as you choose!

Retirement Ready: Invest in your future with our 401(k) plan, featuring a competitive company match and full vesting after just 2 years.

Lifestyle Spending Account: Access a company-funded account to reimburse expenses that boost your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Health Savings Account (HSA): If eligible, enjoy regular employer contributions to your HSA with every paycheck.

Rewards for Connections: Earn extra money with our Employee Referral Program-your network is invaluable!

Growth Opportunities: We support your career with continuing education reimbursement and dedicated time off for professional development.

Premium Calm Health Subscription: Enjoy a free premium Calm Health app subscription to support your mental wellness.

Emotional & Work-Life Support: Through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with SupportLinc, you'll have access to emotional well-being and work-life resources whenever you need them.

Extra Peace of Mind: Explore additional coverage options including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance, to suit your needs.

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