Tissue Bank Manager Job at ClinLab Staffing, Whippany, NJ

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  • ClinLab Staffing
  • Whippany, NJ

Job Description

The Tissue Bank Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the tissue bank, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies while providing leadership to the team. This role involves implementing and maintaining quality assurance programs, supervising staff, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and maintain high standards of tissue banking practices. The Tissue Bank Manager will also act as a liaison with regulatory teams and senior management to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Relocation assistance may be available

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Implementing and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local laws, industry standards, and company SOPs.
  • Maintaining and updating the organizational chart to delineate functional relationships within the tissue bank.
  • Ensuring the tissue bank has adequate staffing levels and providing oversight on hiring, training, and development of staff.
  • Directing and supervising supervisory personnel, maintaining clear documentation of staff roles and responsibilities.
  • Developing, reviewing, and approving employee training programs to ensure operational competence and regulatory compliance.
  • Attending AATB meetings, workshops, or participating in AATB committee work at least once every three years, ensuring continuing education is documented.
  • Overseeing the implementation and evaluation of donor suitability assessment criteria, technical policies, and procedures in compliance with AATB standards.
  • Acting as a liaison to review and approve donor acceptability in accordance with established criteria and standards.
  • Establishing and maintaining a Quality Assurance (QA) program to ensure compliance with SOPs, federal, state, and local regulations, and industry standards.
  • Conducting internal reviews and audits annually through independent personnel to maintain regulatory and operational compliance.
  • Approving exceptional releases of tissue and ensuring technical aspects are managed appropriately, consulting with the Medical Director as needed for donor suitability concerns.
  • Overseeing the approval of tissues designated for research purposes, ensuring compliance with technical and procedural requirements.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams such as R&D, logistics, and quality assurance to enhance operational efficiencies.
  • Providing regular updates and reports on operations, quality metrics, and compliance status to senior management.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and provide guidance to the Tissue Production Supervisor and associated personnel.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and provide developmental feedback for team members.
  • Ensure adherence to established safety protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, contributing to broader company objectives.
  • Communication: Effective communication skills to collaborate across departments and with external partners.
  • Critical Thinking: The ability to systematically analyze information using logic and reasoning. Examine, analyze, interpret, evaluate, question and reflect to come to a sound conclusion.
  • Interpersonal skills: Ability to maintain a positive, support and appreciative attitude. Explore and resolve conflicts as well as ability to relate to team members and vendors.
  • Leadership and Team Management : Excellent leadership and team management skills to guide and develop staff.
  • Logistics Management : Understanding supply chain management and inventory controls.
  • Problem-Solving: Problem-solving mindset to address operational challenges and drive continuous improvement.
  • Product Knowledge: In depth knowledge of our products with a true understanding of how and what they are used for.
  • Systems & Software: Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
  • Tissue Bank applications and equipment: Proficient in related equipment and tissue bank programs to effectively manage product.

Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Veterinary Science, Medical Technology, or a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in tissue banking or related field, with prior supervisor experience required.
  • Affiliations: Member of the Tissue Banking Society highly preferred.
  • Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of tissue recovery and banking processes, quality assurance protocols, and regulatory requirements.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in using laboratory equipment, managing inventory, and maintaining accurate records.
  • Leadership Abilities: Demonstrated supervisory skills, including training, team-building, and performance management.
  • Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in handling biological materials and maintaining records.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective team coordination and regulatory reporting.

Working Conditions:

  • This position requires working in laboratory environments with exposure to biological materials.
  • Occasional travel may be required for training or collaboration with other facilities.

Job Tags

Bank staff, Local area, Relocation package,

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