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Remote Director of Laboratory Operations jobs are open across the U.S. in life sciences, diagnostics, biotech, and clinical research at distributed teams and remote-first organizations, from operational director roles at emerging biotech firms to senior laboratory leadership positions at large-scale CROs and health systems. Employers currently hiring include New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Emory University, and US Department of Veterans Affairs. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Associate Laboratory Microbiologist, Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory
- DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
Posted on
10/26/2026
- Full-time
Location
MANHATTAN
- Exam may be required
Department
Microbiology
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Job Description
The Division of Disease Control’s mission is to safeguard the health of New Yorkers through identification, surveillance, treatment, control, and prevention of infectious diseases, which is achieved through varied and interrelated endeavors of its seven Bureaus.The NYC Public Health Laboratory (PHL) is one of the largest local public health laboratories in the United States where employees contribute to the health and safety of NYC residents by providing clinical and environmental laboratory testing services. PHL is committed to its mission to safeguard the health of all NYC residents by providing quality laboratory testing services that support the priorities of DOHMH and its community partners to prevent and respond to clinical and environmental public health concerns.The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH), Public Health Laboratory is seeking to hire a qualified Associate Laboratory Microbiologist Level I. This candidate must hold or be eligible for a NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist License.
Duties will include but not be limited to:
Assist lab supervisors with routine laboratory operations and administrative tasks.
Perform high and moderate complexity laboratory testing and procedures on clinical and environmental specimens submitted to the PHL.
Use manual and automated methods and specialized instrumentation within the BSL-2 laboratory and high containment laboratory (BSL-3).
Generate reports, keep records, and perform tasks related to laboratory testing.
Cross-train in various methods and techniques across PHL to assist with routine and surge events as needed.
Perform and/or provide oversight of administrative functions in the laboratory.
Use the Laboratory Information System to perform data entry, queries, and verify testing results.
Maintain laboratory supplies and equipment using the PHL inventory tracking system or alternative system when implemented.
Assist lab supervisors in maintaining a program of quality control, participating in a program of quality assurance, and taking corrective action when needed.
Maintain and monitor general and unit specific program of biosafety and infection control.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
Experience in a clinical or environmental diagnostic testing laboratory.
Possess or be eligible for a New York State clinical Laboratory Technologist License as described in Article 165 of the New York State Education Law effective September 7, 2008.
Why you should work for us?
Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for
federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even
fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s
website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated
union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while
serving New Yorkers.
Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the
week from home.
- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to
contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access
and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in
the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment
Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.
ASSOCIATE LABORATORY MICROBIOL - 21514
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in medical technology or in one of the chemical, physical, or biological sciences, and one year of laboratory experience at the technologist level in the appropriate laboratory specialty or specialties; or
2. Ninety college credits from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by either (a) or (b) below, and one year of laboratory experience at the technologist level in the appropriate laboratory specialty or specialties.
(a) For those whose training was completed prior to September 15, 1963: a total of at least 24 credits in chemistry and biology courses combined, including at least nine credits in chemistry, of which six credits must be in inorganic chemistry; and including at least 12 credits in biology courses
pertinent to the medical sciences.
(b) For those whose training was completed after September 15, 1963: 16 credits in chemistry courses acceptable towards a major in chemistry, including at least six credits in inorganic chemistry; and 16 credits in biology courses acceptable towards a major in biology; and three credits in mathematics.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Job ID
808091
Posted until
12/25/2026
Title code
21514
Civil service title
ASSOCIATE LABORATORY MICROBIOL
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Associate Laboratory Microbiologist, Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory
- Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)
Job level
01
Number of positions
1
Work location
455 First Ave., N.Y.
- Category: Health
Associate Laboratory Microbiologist, Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory
Associate Laboratory Microbiologist, Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory
- DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
Posted on
10/26/2026
- Full-time
Location
MANHATTAN
- Exam may be required
Department
Microbiology
Save
Job Description
The Division of Disease Control’s mission is to safeguard the health of New Yorkers through identification, surveillance, treatment, control, and prevention of infectious diseases, which is achieved through varied and interrelated endeavors of its seven Bureaus.The NYC Public Health Laboratory (PHL) is one of the largest local public health laboratories in the United States where employees contribute to the health and safety of NYC residents by providing clinical and environmental laboratory testing services. PHL is committed to its mission to safeguard the health of all NYC residents by providing quality laboratory testing services that support the priorities of DOHMH and its community partners to prevent and respond to clinical and environmental public health concerns.The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH), Public Health Laboratory is seeking to hire a qualified Associate Laboratory Microbiologist Level I. This candidate must hold or be eligible for a NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist License.
Duties will include but not be limited to:
Assist lab supervisors with routine laboratory operations and administrative tasks.
Perform high and moderate complexity laboratory testing and procedures on clinical and environmental specimens submitted to the PHL.
Use manual and automated methods and specialized instrumentation within the BSL-2 laboratory and high containment laboratory (BSL-3).
Generate reports, keep records, and perform tasks related to laboratory testing.
Cross-train in various methods and techniques across PHL to assist with routine and surge events as needed.
Perform and/or provide oversight of administrative functions in the laboratory.
Use the Laboratory Information System to perform data entry, queries, and verify testing results.
Maintain laboratory supplies and equipment using the PHL inventory tracking system or alternative system when implemented.
Assist lab supervisors in maintaining a program of quality control, participating in a program of quality assurance, and taking corrective action when needed.
Maintain and monitor general and unit specific program of biosafety and infection control.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
Experience in a clinical or environmental diagnostic testing laboratory.
Possess or be eligible for a New York State clinical Laboratory Technologist License as described in Article 165 of the New York State Education Law effective September 7, 2008.
Why you should work for us?
Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for
federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even
fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s
website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated
union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while
serving New Yorkers.
Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the
week from home.
- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to
contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access
and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in
the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment
Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.
ASSOCIATE LABORATORY MICROBIOL - 21514
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in medical technology or in one of the chemical, physical, or biological sciences, and one year of laboratory experience at the technologist level in the appropriate laboratory specialty or specialties; or
2. Ninety college credits from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by either (a) or (b) below, and one year of laboratory experience at the technologist level in the appropriate laboratory specialty or specialties.
(a) For those whose training was completed prior to September 15, 1963: a total of at least 24 credits in chemistry and biology courses combined, including at least nine credits in chemistry, of which six credits must be in inorganic chemistry; and including at least 12 credits in biology courses
pertinent to the medical sciences.
(b) For those whose training was completed after September 15, 1963: 16 credits in chemistry courses acceptable towards a major in chemistry, including at least six credits in inorganic chemistry; and 16 credits in biology courses acceptable towards a major in biology; and three credits in mathematics.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Save
Job ID
808091
Posted until
12/25/2026
Title code
21514
Civil service title
ASSOCIATE LABORATORY MICROBIOL
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Associate Laboratory Microbiologist, Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory
- Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)
Job level
01
Number of positions
1
Work location
455 First Ave., N.Y.
- Category: Health
Associate Laboratory Microbiologist, Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote director of laboratory operations jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in medical laboratory science, biology, or a related field
- ASCP, MLS, or equivalent clinical laboratory certification
- Demonstrated experience managing CLIA-certified or CAP-accredited laboratory operations
- Proficiency with laboratory information systems and quality management software
- Experience leading regulatory inspections and implementing corrective action plans
- Proven ability to manage laboratory budgets, staffing, and vendor relationships
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Apply early to remote roles that fit
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Show distributed team leadership upfront
Remote employers screening for a director of laboratory operations want to see you have managed staff, vendors, or quality systems across locations. Put multi-site or cross-functional remote leadership front and center in your resume summary and application materials.
Demonstrate async communication with real examples
Remote laboratory operations directors live in written documentation, SOPs, and digital reporting. Prepare examples of compliance reports, corrective action memos, or operational updates you authored that moved a process forward without a meeting.
Signal LIMS and digital QA platform fluency
Remote employers in diagnostics and biotech expect directors to run quality and accreditation workflows through platforms like LabVantage, MEDITECH, or cloud-based QMS tools. Name the specific systems you have used and what you accomplished with them.
Remote Director of Laboratory Operations Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote director of laboratory operations job?
Remote director of laboratory operations roles go to candidates who can demonstrate they manage distributed laboratory teams, vendors, and compliance workflows without in-person oversight. Remote employers screen heavily for strong written communication, documented async decision-making, and familiarity with LIMS and digital QA platforms. Candidates who can show remote team leadership, cross-site accreditation experience, and results delivered without a physical presence move to the top of the shortlist.
Which companies hire remote director of laboratory operationss?
Employers currently hiring remote director of laboratory operationss include New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Emory University, and US Department of Veterans Affairs, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The companies most likely to hire this role remotely are distributed CROs, decentralized clinical trial platforms, multi-site diagnostic networks, and remote-first biotech firms that manage laboratory operations across several facilities.
Can you get a remote director of laboratory operations job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry into this role is competitive because employers expect you to manage quality systems, staff, and compliance independently from day one. Smaller biotech startups and early-stage CROs are more likely to take a chance on a candidate who demonstrates strong laboratory operations fundamentals, documented process improvement work, and comfort with remote project management tools, even without a formal director title.
Do you need a degree for remote director of laboratory operations jobs?
Usually, but the degree requirement depends more on the sector than the remote format. Life sciences, clinical, and diagnostics employers nearly always expect at least a bachelor's in a relevant science, and many prefer a graduate degree. Remote employers weigh demonstrated results, CAP or CLIA compliance experience, and leadership outcomes just as heavily as credentials when evaluating candidates for director-level roles.
Which industries hire the most remote director of laboratory operationss?
The sectors hiring the most remote director of laboratory operationss are Education, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire remotely because they operate laboratories across multiple sites and need operational leadership that coordinates quality, staffing, and regulatory compliance without being anchored to a single location.
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