Global Lab Operations Lead - Clinical Trials

Amgen; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Bonus program

Stock-based incentives

Time-off plans

Flexible work model

Job summary

Amgen is seeking a Lab Operations Manager to support Amgen sponsored clinical trials with a focus on the laboratory category. You will help deliver priority initiatives and provide strategic support to study teams and partners, ensuring robust supplier oversight with governance across the globe.

The role requires a strong lab background, experience with clinical testing, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams. Up to 20% travel domestically and internationally may be required.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree or equivalent required for advanced research.
• Master’s degree with 2+ years in lab and clinical trials experience; or Bachelor’s with 4+ years; or Associate’s with 8+ years; or high school with 10+ years in lab/clinical trials.
• Strong laboratory background including clinical testing and lab operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of clinical trial processes and regulatory/quality requirements is desirable.
• Experience overseeing laboratory studies and coordinating cross-functional teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on study design and execution with a lab focus.
• Support study startup activities with suppliers including sourcing, budgeting, and scope development.
• Develop global relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Lead governance of laboratory suppliers and qualification processes.
• Oversee technical and operational performance of laboratory suppliers across studies.
• Support trials and cross-functional alignment for companion diagnostics development.
• Participate in initiatives with Therapeutic Areas and Research teams.
• Share knowledge on emerging technologies and contribute to continuous improvement of supplier governance.

Education

Doctorate degree

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Amgen is seeking a Lab Operations Manager to support Amgen sponsored clinical trials with a focus on the laboratory category. You will help deliver priority initiatives and provide strategic support to study teams and partners, ensuring robust supplier oversight with governance across the globe.

The role requires a strong lab background, experience with clinical testing, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams. Up to 20% travel domestically and internationally may be required.