Remote BioWatch Program Lead — National Lab Operations

Amentum; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

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.