Aura Genetics is a high-complexity diagnostic laboratory servicing the booming at-home testing and wellness market, has teamed up with UPS Healthcare to build Aura’s new headquarters in Louisville, Kentucky. Aura’s main lab will be constructed at the end of the runway at the Louisville airport, giving Aura Genetics an unprecedented logistical advantage to provide test results faster.

Job Title: Mass Spectrometry General Supervisor

Job Type: Full-time
Reports to: Laboratory Director / Technical Supervisor

Job Summary:

We are seeking a knowledgeable and highly organized Mass Spectrometry General Supervisor to lead daily operations in our high-volume reference laboratory in Louisville, KY. This role involves direct supervision of lab personnel, ensuring quality control, and overseeing testing processes involving advanced LC-MS technology. The ideal candidate will have experience operating mass spectrometry equipment, performing routine diagnostics, and guiding laboratory staff in a fast-paced clinical environment. Hours for this position are third shift Tuesday - Saturday 12am-8am.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervision & Workflow Management

• Supervise day-to-day operations of the mass spectrometry department, including oversight of testing personnel.
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to ensure timely and accurate testing.
• Participate in hiring, training, performance evaluations, and competency assessments of staff.

Mass Spectrometry Testing & Support

• Operate and troubleshoot LC/MS instruments (Thermo Fisher Altis and Quantis preferred).
• Perform routine calibration, QC, and diagnostic testing on patient specimens.
• Prepare and process samples for LC/MS analysis, including dilution calculations and mobile phase reagent prep.
• Use Quantitation software to review and interpret test data and results.

Quality Control & Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor quality control performance, ensuring compliance with CLIA and CAP standards.
• Initiate corrective or preventive actions when performance deviates from established criteria.
• Document all nonconformances, investigate root causes, and follow up with proper resolution.
• Ensure that test results are not released until acceptable performance is confirmed.

Lab Operations & Safety

• Maintain laboratory supplies including PPE, reagents, and consumables to support efficient workflow.
• Perform and document routine equipment maintenance and cleaning.
• Evaluate quality indicators (e.g., turnaround time, rejected specimens, QC failure rates).
• Adhere to all safety practices and regulatory requirements, including OSHA and HIPAA.

Training & Development

• Participate in the orientation, training, and continued education of staff.
• Assign and track proficiency testing and competency assessments.
• Ensure documentation of training and competencies is current and compliant.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education & Certification:
• • Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
  • Board certification as a Medical Technologist (ASCP or equivalent).
• Experience:
• • Minimum 4 years of experience in a CLIA-licensed clinical lab.
  • Minimum 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role preferred.
  • Hands-on experience with LC/MS instrumentation and sample preparation protocols.
• Skills:
• • Strong understanding of mass spectrometry technology, quality assurance, and lab workflow.
  • Ability to troubleshoot instruments and analyze complex data sets.
  • Proficient in statistical analysis, SOP development, and LIS usage.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
• Health insurance and 401(k)
• Employee profit-sharing program
• Relocation assistance
• Generous paid time off and holidays