Supervisor NGS Sequencing

Headquarters
Baylor Genetics
2450 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 77021, USA

Provides day-to-day supervision of clinical laboratory personnel and performs various clinical laboratory test procedures. Effectively leads and supports team members through clear communication, constructive feedback, and consistent guidance. Demonstrates the ability to manage performance, foster professional development, and build a positive, collaborative team environment. Skilled in conflict resolution, workload delegation, and motivating staff to achieve individual and organizational goals.

• Prepares and maintains schedules and provides appropriate laboratory coverage to ensure timely results reporting
• Participates in the interview and hiring process and trains new laboratory employees
• Develops and maintains standard operating procedures for the laboratory
• Maintains laboratory stock levels and orders laboratory supplies
• Reviews instrument maintenance logs, QC records and takes appropriate actions if systems deviate from the laboratory’s established specification
• Performs testing and troubleshoots assay performance
• Compiles, evaluates and analyzes data
• Regularly provides performance feedback, mentors employees and completes annual performance reviews
• Regularly verifies staff training and competency according to the laboratory regulations
• Maintains laboratory compliance according to CAP, NY, CLIA regulations and 5S standards
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

• Including but not limited to molecular diagnostic techniques such as DNA extraction, PCR set up, liquid handler operations, or NGS library preparation and sequencing.
• Demonstrates strong problem‑solving skills by accurately identifying and assessing abnormal test performance and making appropriate, timely decisions to ensure accurate results and maintain testing quality.

• Education and Experience:
  • Required:
    • Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of experience with clinical samples.
    • Master’s degree and at least 2 years of experience with clinical samples.
    • PhD degree and at least 1 year of experience with clinical samples.

• Preferred: MB (ASCP)

• Problem Solving
  --Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem‑solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills
  --Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Interpersonal Skills
  --Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication
  --Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
• Written Communication
  --Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork
  --Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Delegation
  --Delegates work assignments; matches the responsibility to the person; gives authority to work independently; sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; provides recognition for results.
• Managing People
  --Includes staff in planning, decision‑making, facilitating and process improvement; takes responsibility for subordinates’ activities; approachable; provides regular performance feedback; develops subordinates’ skills and encourages growth; solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); fosters quality focus in others;…