R&D Quality & Transformation Lead

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen is seeking a Senior Program Manager to support R&D Quality, Clinical & Research Quality, and Operational Excellence. The role focuses on translating strategic priorities into coordinated execution, driving operational efficiency, and supporting organizational transformation.

Key responsibilities include strategic planning, portfolio management, governance standardization, and cross-functional collaboration with leadership teams.

Qualifications

• Doctorate, Master's or Bachelor's with corresponding years of experience in program management, business operations or R&D.
• Experience in biotech/pharma R&D, especially in quality, risk management or transformation projects.
• Lean Six Sigma or PMP certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Strategic planning and portfolio management.
• Governance standardization and process improvement.
• Cross-functional collaboration with leadership teams.
• Lead initiatives related to clinical quality, GxP audits, and organizational change.
• Facilitate leadership forums and communications.

Skills

Supporting leadership

Managing complex portfolios

Developing strategic plans

Biotech/Pharma R&D quality

Education

Doctorate with 2+ years

Master's with 4+ years

Bachelor's with 6+ years

Equivalent experience in program mgmt/ops/R&D

Job description

Amgen is seeking a Senior Program Manager to support R&D Quality, Clinical & Research Quality, and Operational Excellence. The role focuses on translating strategic priorities into coordinated execution, driving operational efficiency, and supporting organizational transformation.

Key responsibilities include strategic planning, portfolio management, governance standardization, and cross-functional collaboration with leadership teams.