Associate Medical Director - Immunology

Pay Range: $300,000 - $335,000 / yearSalary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.Benefits Information:We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hoursBest-in-class well-being programsAnnual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for WellnesshealthyMINDS mental health programVacation and Health/Flex Time6 Holidays plus 1 MyDay offFinFit financial coaching and services401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of serviceEmployee stock purchase planLife and disability insurance, plus buy-up optionFlexible Spending AccountsAnnual incentive bonus plan (10% target for this position)Matching gifts programEducation assistance through MyQuest for EducationCareer advancement opportunities and so much more!Associate Medical Director Immunology Onsite in San Juan Capistrano, CAQuest Diagnostics is a leading provider of clinical laboratory testing for the diagnosis and management of disease, working together with healthcare providers and patients to create a healthier world, one life at a time. The Associate Medical Director for Immunology, in collaboration with the Medical Director, will provide leadership for the Immunology Department at the Nichols Institute in San Juan Capistrano, one of Quest Diagnostics' several Esoteric Laboratory centers of excellence. In addition, the Associate Medical Director will consult with healthcare providers, other Medical Directors, senior Laboratory Management, and various Subspecialty teams throughout the Quest Diagnostics enterprise with regard to Immunology testing.ResponsibilitiesWith the Medical director of Immunology, oversee testing at the Nichols Institute in San Juan Capistrano for allergic and autoimmune disorders (including systemic and organ-specific diseases), markers of acute and chronic inflammation, monoclonal gammopathy, immunodeficiency diseases and measurement of therapeutic monoclonal immunoglobulins and their antibodiesProvide consultation to healthcare providers, medical advisors, other medical directors, medical affairs liaisons and customer solutions staff regarding inquiries about Immunology testing and interpretation of unusual immunology test resultsReview Immunology procedures and suggest changes to improve assay performance, including sensitivity & specificity, efficiency and turnaround time - Provide clinical leadership for Immunology assays from development through launchDevelop a strategy in collaboration with the Scientific Directors of Immunology for the short- and long-term vision for new immunology assay development - Partner with R&D and Regulatory teams on for Immunology assay development including clinical validations and submissions to meet regulatory requirements (FDA, CLIA, CAP, CLEP).Participate in overall quality management of the Nichols Institute Immunology Department including quality control, proficiency testing, the overall testing process, corrective actions, CLS competency assessment and continuing educationPartner closely with various Subspecialty teams, product managers, sales and marketing staff to provide advice and guidance regarding medical, scientific, business and policy decisions involving Immunology testingInteract with collaborators in academic medical centers and to improve the quality of Immunology testingFacilitate and consult on the involvement of Immunology testing in new clinical research proposals and advise senior management regarding potential collaboration with industryServe as a trusted medical advisor to internal teams, healthcare providers, and external partnersSupport scientific communication, education, and medical marketing initiativesParticipate in change management and support technology roll outsAttend national and local meetings to maintain and build knowledge in Immunology, represent Quest Diagnostics and drive the vision for the departmentExperience working in a matrixed environment a plusQualificationsMD or PhDTwo-five years relevant experience in Clinical ImmunologyNY State CoQ holder in Immunology and related areas preferred or MD or ability to obtain CoQsKnowledge of clinical lab operations, immunology testing, and regulatory pathwaysStrong communicator who can bridge clinical expertise with business needsExcellent verbal, written and presentation skillsPassion for improving patient care through science and innovationTo ApplyPlease Log In or Register to Upload a Resume and complete the online Application by visiting , clicking Job Search and following the prompts. Because of the large number of applicants to job openings, Quest Diagnostics will only contact qualified candidates for interviews.Quest Diagnostics is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability terested Candidates, please contact: Talent Acquisition Partner - Executive Medical Recruiting36926 #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06