Laboratory Supervisor Jobs in Arizona
Laboratory Supervisor jobs in Arizona are in steady demand, concentrated in clinical and hospital laboratory settings, pharmaceutical and bioscience manufacturing, and public health and environmental testing, with opportunities at every level from bench-level team leads through senior operations supervisors. Phoenix, Tucson, and the East Valley corridor around Chandler and Mesa account for the largest share of openings, anchored by major employers including Banner Health, Sonora Quest Laboratories, and Dignity Health. The most consistently sought specialties in Arizona are clinical chemistry, microbiology, and hematology supervision, reflecting the state's large hospital networks and growing bioscience sector. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Sun City, ArizonaDepartment Name:
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Lab Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Sonora Quest Laboratories/Laboratory Sciences of Arizona. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits. In addition, this position may be eligible for our Management or Sales Incentive Programs as part of your Total Rewards package.*Flexible scheduling and four 10-hour shifts available*.
This position oversees Blood Bank and Microbiology.
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POSITION SUMMARY
This position provides general operational supervision under the direction of the director/manager to assigned personnel. Responsible for organizing, directing and controlling workflow aspects of the section in order to improves processes to provide high quality and cost effective services.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Hires, trains and conducts performance evaluations, and supervises the workflow for designated staff. This includes initiating promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions. Provides leadership, coaching, recognition, and staff development. Establishes priorities, workloads, schedules, controls, work procedures and day-to-day problem resolution and trouble shooting utilizing Six Sigma and Lean concepts, tools and methodology in the department
2. Schedules and manages the use of labor and resources within budgetary guidelines. Manages waste reduction and establishes priorities, workloads, controls and work procedures, as well as determines resources needed for expense reduction. Prepares and/or provides input for the department budget.
3. Under the direction of management, ensures area(s) of responsibility are maintained in accreditation with College of American Pathologists (CAP), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and licensing for Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) for patient care and nursing. Also ensures laboratory is compliant with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
4. Participates and may lead task forces to plan, implement, and coordinate activities to maximize service quality, compliance effectiveness and efficiency. Develops and monitors performance matrix to ensure quality patient care.
5. Serves as a resource and communication liaison by facilitating timely and accurate dissemination of information within the organization and to parent partners.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
- Four (4) years’ training and experience in high-complexity testing in the respective specialty.
Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science.- MLS or Specialty Certification.
- One (1) year of supervisory experience.
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Primary City/State:
Sun City, ArizonaDepartment Name:
Lab-BoswellWork Shift:
DayJob Category:
Lab Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Sonora Quest Laboratories/Laboratory Sciences of Arizona. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits. In addition, this position may be eligible for our Management or Sales Incentive Programs as part of your Total Rewards package.*Flexible scheduling and four 10-hour shifts available*.
This position oversees Blood Bank and Microbiology.
Find your Voice, Passion, & Purpose
POSITION SUMMARY
This position provides general operational supervision under the direction of the director/manager to assigned personnel. Responsible for organizing, directing and controlling workflow aspects of the section in order to improves processes to provide high quality and cost effective services.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Hires, trains and conducts performance evaluations, and supervises the workflow for designated staff. This includes initiating promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions. Provides leadership, coaching, recognition, and staff development. Establishes priorities, workloads, schedules, controls, work procedures and day-to-day problem resolution and trouble shooting utilizing Six Sigma and Lean concepts, tools and methodology in the department
2. Schedules and manages the use of labor and resources within budgetary guidelines. Manages waste reduction and establishes priorities, workloads, controls and work procedures, as well as determines resources needed for expense reduction. Prepares and/or provides input for the department budget.
3. Under the direction of management, ensures area(s) of responsibility are maintained in accreditation with College of American Pathologists (CAP), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and licensing for Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) for patient care and nursing. Also ensures laboratory is compliant with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
4. Participates and may lead task forces to plan, implement, and coordinate activities to maximize service quality, compliance effectiveness and efficiency. Develops and monitors performance matrix to ensure quality patient care.
5. Serves as a resource and communication liaison by facilitating timely and accurate dissemination of information within the organization and to parent partners.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
- Four (4) years’ training and experience in high-complexity testing in the respective specialty.
Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science.- MLS or Specialty Certification.
- One (1) year of supervisory experience.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in laboratory supervisor jobs across Arizona.
- Arizona-recognized clinical laboratory supervisor certification, such as ASCP or equivalent board credential
- Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, biology, chemistry, or a closely related field
- Minimum two to four years of bench laboratory experience in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience supervising or mentoring laboratory technicians or technical staff
- Proficiency with laboratory information systems and quality assurance documentation
- Knowledge of CAP, CLIA, and OSHA compliance requirements for regulated laboratory environments
Laboratory Supervisor Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a laboratory supervisor in Arizona?
Most laboratory supervisor roles in Arizona require a bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science or a related field plus board certification, with ASCP certification being the most widely recognized by Arizona employers. Clinical laboratories operating under CLIA are required to verify supervisor qualifications, so certification through ASCP or a comparable body is effectively the standard pathway. Candidates typically complete a clinical education program at an Arizona institution, accrue required bench hours, pass a board examination, and then pursue supervisory positions once they have demonstrated technical competency.
How much do laboratory supervisors make in Arizona?
Laboratory supervisors in Arizona earn a median of about $124,920 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,780 for the lowest 10% to over $209,130 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire laboratory supervisors in Arizona?
Employers hiring laboratory supervisors in Arizona right now include Northern Arizona Healthcare, Abbott, and HonorHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arizona's concentration of large hospital systems, reference laboratory networks, and bioscience companies means hiring is ongoing year-round rather than seasonal.
Which Arizona cities have the most laboratory supervisor jobs?
Phoenix, Sun City, and Bagdad have the most laboratory supervisor openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates due to its concentration of major hospital systems, reference labs, and pharmaceutical facilities, while Tucson's openings are driven by the University of Arizona Health Network and Banner University Medical Center, and smaller cities reflect satellite campuses or regional clinical operations tied to those same large employers.
Are there remote laboratory supervisor jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Laboratory supervisors typically oversee hands-on bench work, equipment, and staff in physical lab environments, which limits full remote arrangements significantly. About 0% of laboratory supervisor openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve administrative oversight, quality assurance review, or informatics-focused roles rather than direct specimen handling.
How can I get hired as a laboratory supervisor in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a medical laboratory technician or MLT and building supervisory exposure from within. Sonora Quest Laboratories and Banner Health both hire MLTs and entry-level medical laboratory scientists across their Arizona network, and many supervisors at those organizations began in staff-level roles. Earning ASCP certification early gives candidates a clear edge, and pursuing a lead tech or charge tech position before applying to supervisory titles is the most common lateral move that opens the door.
Where can I find and apply to laboratory supervisor jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to laboratory supervisor jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers actively hiring right now. Search the available roles by location or specialty, find a position that fits your background and availability, and apply directly to the employer.
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