Remote BioWatch Program Lead — National Lab Operations

Amentum

Columbus (OH)

Remote

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) matching
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a BioWatch Project Manager to oversee nationwide laboratory staffing and operational support for DHS BioWatch, ensuring high quality performance and continuity across sites.

The PM leads dispersed scientific teams, maintains 24/7 readiness, and serves as the primary DHS liaison, coordinating with state/local Directors while traveling to laboratories and DHS headquarters as required.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in microbiology, molecular biology, or related field.
  • At least six years of lab bench experience with PCR and related techniques.
  • Minimum three years as Senior Scientist, Project Team Lead, or Lab Supervisor.
  • Ability to work with federal, state, and local partners; respond to DHS inquiries within two hours.

Responsibilities

  • Lead contractor activities supporting BioWatch laboratory operations nationwide.
  • Serve as single point of contact for DHS Contracting Officer and COR.
  • Oversee daily performance, attendance, conduct, and quality for contractor staff.
  • Ensure staffing levels meet DHS requirements and coordinate recruitment/onboarding.
  • Ensure adherence to SOPs, QA programs, and national security protocols.
  • Coordinate with Technical and Training Managers to resolve issues and train compliance.
  • Provide monthly progress reports and annual performance updates to DHS leadership.
  • Ensure readiness for surge support and emergency deployments.
  • Maintain communication with state/local Laboratory Directors for continuity.

Skills

Leadership
Team management
Communication
Program management
PMP certification
DHS liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology or related biological science

Tools

PCR techniques
Quality assurance procedures

Job description

Amentum is seeking a BioWatch Project Manager to oversee nationwide laboratory staffing and operational support for DHS BioWatch, ensuring high quality performance and continuity across sites.

The PM leads dispersed scientific teams, maintains 24/7 readiness, and serves as the primary DHS liaison, coordinating with state/local Directors while traveling to laboratories and DHS headquarters as required.

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