Director, Laboratory Services Jobs

Explore Director, Laboratory Services opportunities for experienced leaders ready to guide laboratory operations, teams, and quality programs. These roles span hospitals, health systems, diagnostic laboratories, biotech organizations, and research institutions. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping you find senior roles aligned with your expertise.

What Does a Director of Laboratory Services Do?

A Director of Laboratory Services provides strategic and operational leadership for one or more laboratories. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include managing clinical testing and workflows, setting performance goals, overseeing budgets and staffing, and ensuring accurate, timely service. Directors work closely with clinicians, executives, researchers, and operational partners to support patient care, scientific work, and organizational priorities.

Common Responsibilities and Qualifications

Job requirements vary by employer and laboratory specialty. Common responsibilities include developing policies and procedures, monitoring quality and productivity, managing equipment and resources, and leading process improvement. Directors may also oversee accreditation and regulatory readiness, safety programs, vendor relationships, and the implementation of new technologies. Employers often seek substantial laboratory leadership experience, strong communication and financial management skills, and relevant education or credentials. Some clinical laboratory positions require a specific license or certification.

Where Directors of Laboratory Services Work

Opportunities can be found in hospital laboratories, independent diagnostic and reference labs, public health organizations, academic medical centers, biotechnology companies, and research facilities. The scope of a position can range from leading a specialized department to overseeing multiple sites or a broad laboratory services network.

Find Director, Laboratory Services Jobs on Ladders

Browse Director, Laboratory Services jobs on Ladders to discover vetted professional openings paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, required qualifications, location, and compensation details, then identify opportunities that match your leadership experience and career goals.

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$176K - $294K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $175K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $171K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$227K - $385K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

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$105K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Laboratory Services do?question toggle

    A Director of Laboratory Services leads laboratory operations, staff, budgets, and quality initiatives. The role may also include regulatory compliance, safety, workflow improvement, and coordination with clinical, research, and executive teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director, Laboratory Services jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and laboratory specialty. Many positions call for significant laboratory leadership experience, relevant education, operational and financial skills, and knowledge of quality and regulatory standards. Certain clinical roles may require a license or professional certification.

  • Where can a Director of Laboratory Services work?question toggle

    Directors may work for hospitals and health systems, diagnostic laboratories, academic medical centers, public health organizations, biotechnology companies, or research institutions.

  • How much do Director, Laboratory Services jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on location, employer, scope of responsibility, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for available salary details.

  • How can I find Director, Laboratory Services jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Director, Laboratory Services openings, review job requirements and compensation details, and apply to roles that fit your experience, credentials, and career goals.