About Alpha Detect

In this position, you will be joining an exciting early phase opportunity with a vibrant, financially supported, not-for-profit laboratory startup in The Research Triangle, NC dedicated to rare disease detection. The ideal candidate will be integral in supporting quality lab testing services to accelerate detection of the Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) gene.

Overview

The Accessioning Team Lead handles receipt of clinical samples and input of patient information into Laboratory Information System (LIS) while providing day-to-day leadership within the Accessioning Department. This role oversees workflow coordination, quality systems, staff training, and advanced troubleshooting for LIS systems. The position supports CAP, CLIA and other regulatory compliance requirements for pre-analytical processes and partners closely with laboratory leadership to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant test results. Shift leadership, on-call coverage, and acting supervisory responsibilities may be required. This is an onsite position with a Monday-Friday first shift schedule.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs accessioning of patient samples, including dried blood spot cards, saliva swabs, and other specimens, in accordance with established procedures, regulatory standards, and competency requirements.
• Serves as team lead, including the coaching, supervision, and development of staff.
• Serves as a technical resource for accessioning performance, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
• Supports daily operations by maintaining efficient workflows, prioritizing specimen processing, and ensuring appropriate staffing and shift coverage as required.
• Leads and participates in quality control, quality assurance, and performance improvement activities in compliance with CLIA, CAP, and institutional policies.
• Participates in competency assessments, inspection readiness activities, and ongoing quality monitoring initiatives.
• Writes, reviews, and maintains standard operating procedures (SOPs), verification documentation, quality records, and technical reports related to the accessioning department.
• Assists in the evaluation, verification, implementation, and documentation of new methodologies and technologies.
• Provides training, orientation, mentoring, and competency assessment for new employees and existing staff as assigned; serves as a preceptor when needed.
• Provides input into staff performance evaluations and supports ongoing professional development.
• Communicates technical information clearly and professionally with laboratory staff and stakeholders.
• Adheres to laboratory safety standards, infection control policies, PPE requirements, and patient confidentiality regulations (i.e. HIPPA).
• Participates in laboratory and organizational performance improvement initiatives.
• Performs other duties as directed by leadership

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

• Associate degree or higher in a chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory technology
• At least 4 years’ experience working in clinical sample accessioning, preferably in an independent reference lab
• Minimum 2 years prior leadership experience
• Working knowledge and application of Laboratory Information Systems
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment while maintaining quality standards

About Durham

Durham, NC offers a unique mix of energy, culture, and livability that makes it an attractive place to live and work. Known for its vibrant food scene, walkable downtown, and strong sense of community, Durham blends historic charm with innovation as part of the Research Triangle. Residents enjoy easy access to top universities, world-class healthcare and research, greenways and parks, and a thriving arts and music scene, all with a lower cost of living than many major metro areas. Durham sits in the heart of North Carolina with easy access to other major metros like Raleigh, Cary, and Chapel Hill and is only a few hours from the coast and Blue Ridge Mountains.

Pay: $27.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person