Laboratory Director Jobs

Explore Laboratory Director jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Laboratory directors lead teams and oversee the operations, quality, and performance of clinical, medical, diagnostic, and research laboratories. Browse roles at healthcare organizations, universities, biotech companies, and other employers seeking experienced laboratory leaders.

What Does a Laboratory Director Do?

A laboratory director guides the people, processes, and resources that keep a laboratory operating safely and effectively. Responsibilities may include setting operational priorities, managing budgets and staffing, establishing quality systems, and monitoring service or research outcomes. In clinical and diagnostic settings, directors may also oversee testing workflows, laboratory information systems, and compliance with applicable regulations and accreditation standards.

Common Laboratory Director Job Titles

Related roles may include Clinical Laboratory Director, Medical Laboratory Director, Laboratory Operations Director, Director of Clinical Laboratories, Diagnostic Laboratory Director, Research Laboratory Director, and Director of Laboratory Services. Titles and responsibilities vary by employer, discipline, and the scope of the laboratory.

Qualifications and Skills

Employers commonly seek extensive laboratory experience, leadership ability, and expertise relevant to the organization’s field. Depending on the position, qualifications may include an advanced degree, professional licensure or certification, and experience with quality assurance, regulatory compliance, budgeting, personnel management, and laboratory operations. Review each job posting for its specific requirements.

Find Laboratory Director Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted Laboratory Director opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by employer, location, and area of focus, then review each listing to learn about the responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details. New opportunities are added as employers seek experienced professionals to lead laboratory teams and programs.

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$354K - $416K *

Elevate your career as a Medical Director, overseeing utilization management with a focus on clinical excellence and compliance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high standards of ca...

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$190K - $260K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in clinical lab operations, overseeing staff performance and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Lead daily activities, foster team development, and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$270K - $280K *

Join a team that's driving clinical excellence by overseeing trial execution, managing timelines, budgets, and CROs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and quality while mentoring team...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$270K - $310K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $275K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$242K - $403K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $187K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $360K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing biomarker program operations, ensuring seamless sample processing from collection to storage. Collaborate across teams to uphold quality and compliance while driving grow...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$222K - $267K *

Transform healthcare through effective utilization management and collaborative leadership. Play a key role in developing policies ensuring high-quality patient care and cost containment within a dyna...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$215K - $408K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $408K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $219K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$265K - $300K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $220K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at workforce development by managing training programs and initiatives that enhance public health laboratory capabilities. Collaborate with partners to design, implement, and evalu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Laboratory Director do?question toggle

    A Laboratory Director oversees a laboratory’s operations, staff, resources, and quality practices. Depending on the setting, the role may also involve regulatory compliance, budgets, testing or research workflows, and performance improvement.

  • What qualifications are needed for Laboratory Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and laboratory type. Positions may call for substantial laboratory experience, leadership skills, an advanced degree, and relevant licensure or certification. Clinical laboratory roles can have specific credentials and regulatory requirements, so check each job description.

  • Where do Laboratory Directors work?question toggle

    Laboratory Directors work in settings such as hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, universities, research institutions, biotechnology companies, and other organizations with laboratory operations.

  • How much do Laboratory Director jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, employer, specialty, experience, and the scope of the role. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary information.

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

    Browse the Laboratory Director listings on Ladders and review opportunities by employer, location, and focus area. Each posting provides details about the role’s responsibilities, qualifications, and available compensation information.