What is a pathology laboratory director and how to become one

Key steps to become a pathology laboratory director

1. Explore pathology laboratory director education requirements

   Most common pathology laboratory director degrees

   Master's

   37.4 %

   Bachelor's

   37.4 %

   Doctorate

   11.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific pathology laboratory director skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Anatomic Pathology	26.18%
   Regulatory Agencies	18.97%
   Surgical Pathology	16.06%
   LIS	15.01%
   Speech Language Pathology	10.48%

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3. Complete relevant pathology laboratory director training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New pathology laboratory directors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a pathology laboratory director based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real pathology laboratory director resumes.

4. Research pathology laboratory director duties and responsibilities

   • Manage laboratory team activities v. assist set up and revision of project plans under the guidance of NIH vi.
   • Supervise USP, JP, and EP harmonize test methods (sterility testing, bioburdens, etc .).
   • Conduct several investigations, root cause analysis, implement CAPA and monitor effectiveness to strengthen the quality system.
   • Participate in the development, meetings, and implementation of IEPs for transitional students.

5. Apply for pathology laboratory director jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a pathology laboratory director job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams