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Mid level lab manager jobs go to professionals ready to own laboratory operations end to end, mentor junior staff, and drive quality decisions with limited day-to-day oversight. Most openings are on-site, with 14% remote or hybrid across Technology & Software, Retail, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like DoorDash, Amazon, and Neuralink hiring at this level now.
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Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics is home to the largest laboratory in NH, providing Pathology and Clinical Laboratory services to DHMC & Clinics physician practices, Dartmouth Health System member hospitals, and independent practices and hospitals throughout NH and VT. The department leads in process improvement (LEAN/Six Sigma), which led to a renovated space designed to improve workflow efficiency. With a slogan of ‘Investigate, innovate and validate,’ our lab is:
- A high-volume lab with cutting-edge technology and automation
- A culture that encourages collaboration and teamwork for future innovation
- A place to learn and grow, and we encourage new graduates (MLT's and MLS's) to apply for our open technologist positions.
Responsibilities
- Provides direction to all D-H affiliate laboratory managers and supervisors for integration and maintaining ongoing standardization for all aspects of the overall management/operations of laboratory services. This includes, but is not limited to, the test menu, instrument selection, and policies. Provides direction and coordinates assistance from D-H to meet regulatory requirements, quality systems, performance improvement projects, and laboratory information systems that meet the needs of providers, patients, and others.
- Provides leadership and direction in the financial management and monitoring activities to affiliate Lab Managers and supervisors in preparing annual capital and operating budgets, monitoring financial performance through use of dashboards, and developing strategies for improvement and/or correction of deviations from budget. Maximizes revenues and minimizes operating expenses by reviewing patient billing, coding practices, compliance, and fee structure. Implements cost control measures. Coordinates activities with the D-H system-wide and Pathology Service Line operating plan.
- Serves as a resource to the affiliate laboratory leaders and medical staff to ensure high-quality and timely performance of delivering laboratory services.
- Initiates and reviews proposals for modifying Pathology Service Line operational systems and assists affiliates in implementing necessary changes.
- In collaboration with the Pathology Outreach Manager, assists affiliate laboratory managers with coordination of their laboratory outreach services by providing marketing and logistical support of outreach services to potential clients.
- In collaboration with the Pathology Quality Systems Manager, assists the affiliate laboratory managers in executing the quality assurance, performance improvement, and regulatory/accreditation requirements.
- Provides leadership and acts as the Pathology Service Line resource to affiliate lab managers and supervisors in areas of policy and procedure writing, staffing issues, performance management, etc.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, MT (ASCP), or equivalent in basic sciences education and clinical lab experience, with 5 years of progressively higher-level management/supervisory experience required.
- Master's in Business Administration, health administration, or a related clinical science field preferred.
Required Licensure/Certifications
- Remote: Hybrid Remote
- Area of Interest: Professional/Management
- Pay Range: $92,476.80/Yr. - $147,950.40/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata)
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
- Shift: Day
- Job ID: 42614
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Dartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may contact talentacquisition@hitchcock.org for assistance.
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics is home to the largest laboratory in NH, providing Pathology and Clinical Laboratory services to DHMC & Clinics physician practices, Dartmouth Health System member hospitals, and independent practices and hospitals throughout NH and VT. The department leads in process improvement (LEAN/Six Sigma), which led to a renovated space designed to improve workflow efficiency. With a slogan of ‘Investigate, innovate and validate,’ our lab is:
- A high-volume lab with cutting-edge technology and automation
- A culture that encourages collaboration and teamwork for future innovation
- A place to learn and grow, and we encourage new graduates (MLT's and MLS's) to apply for our open technologist positions.
Responsibilities
- Provides direction to all D-H affiliate laboratory managers and supervisors for integration and maintaining ongoing standardization for all aspects of the overall management/operations of laboratory services. This includes, but is not limited to, the test menu, instrument selection, and policies. Provides direction and coordinates assistance from D-H to meet regulatory requirements, quality systems, performance improvement projects, and laboratory information systems that meet the needs of providers, patients, and others.
- Provides leadership and direction in the financial management and monitoring activities to affiliate Lab Managers and supervisors in preparing annual capital and operating budgets, monitoring financial performance through use of dashboards, and developing strategies for improvement and/or correction of deviations from budget. Maximizes revenues and minimizes operating expenses by reviewing patient billing, coding practices, compliance, and fee structure. Implements cost control measures. Coordinates activities with the D-H system-wide and Pathology Service Line operating plan.
- Serves as a resource to the affiliate laboratory leaders and medical staff to ensure high-quality and timely performance of delivering laboratory services.
- Initiates and reviews proposals for modifying Pathology Service Line operational systems and assists affiliates in implementing necessary changes.
- In collaboration with the Pathology Outreach Manager, assists affiliate laboratory managers with coordination of their laboratory outreach services by providing marketing and logistical support of outreach services to potential clients.
- In collaboration with the Pathology Quality Systems Manager, assists the affiliate laboratory managers in executing the quality assurance, performance improvement, and regulatory/accreditation requirements.
- Provides leadership and acts as the Pathology Service Line resource to affiliate lab managers and supervisors in areas of policy and procedure writing, staffing issues, performance management, etc.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, MT (ASCP), or equivalent in basic sciences education and clinical lab experience, with 5 years of progressively higher-level management/supervisory experience required.
- Master's in Business Administration, health administration, or a related clinical science field preferred.
Required Licensure/Certifications
- Remote: Hybrid Remote
- Area of Interest: Professional/Management
- Pay Range: $92,476.80/Yr. - $147,950.40/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata)
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
- Shift: Day
- Job ID: 42614
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Dartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may contact talentacquisition@hitchcock.org for assistance.
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Mid Level Lab Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level lab manager job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just task completion. Highlight experience leading protocols, troubleshooting independently, and coordinating cross-functional work without constant supervision. Applications that show you've taken accountability for lab outcomes, trained colleagues, or improved a process carry more weight than those that list duties. Tailor your resume to the specific environment, whether clinical, research, or industrial, and emphasize measurable contributions.
Which companies hire mid level lab managers?
Companies hiring mid level lab managers right now include DoorDash, Amazon, and Neuralink, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large healthcare systems, biotech and pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, and university research programs that need experienced professionals who can operate labs with real autonomy.
Are there remote mid level lab manager jobs?
Yes, though most lab manager work is hands-on and on-site by nature. About 14% of mid level lab manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles tend to focus on administrative oversight, regulatory compliance, data management, or multi-site coordination rather than direct bench work.
How do I move up to a mid level lab manager role?
Moving into a mid level lab manager role takes deliberate depth-building over your first few years. Focus on owning a process or project from start to finish, not just executing assigned tasks. Seek out opportunities to train newer staff, write or refine SOPs, and represent the lab in cross-departmental meetings. Demonstrating consistent judgment and measurable impact in quality, safety, or efficiency is what shifts perception from technician to manager.
Which industries hire the most mid level lab managers?
Mid Level lab manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Retail, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate regulated, high-volume lab environments that require experienced professionals who can maintain compliance, manage workflows, and lead small teams without senior-level hand-holding.