Strategic Program Manager, Automation & Operations

Azenta US, Inc.; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Azenta Life Sciences seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead cross-functional, technology-enabled initiatives across the Sample Repository Services. You’ll translate operational needs into executable programs, drive value through Lean methods, and ensure alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

Partner with Operations, Informatics, Quality, Engineering, and Commercial leaders to deliver scalable improvements, governance, and change-management strategies that enhance safety,

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in program management or related field
• Experience with automation and laboratory operations
• Strong PM methodologies including risk management and change control
• Experience with software, laboratory informatics, LIMS or inventory systems

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional programs from planning through implementation
• Develop program plans with milestones, budgets, risks
• Identify opportunities to reduce complexity and increase scalability
• Ensure automation changes are tested and validated

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Lean methodologies

Change management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

LIMS

Inventory management systems

Laboratory informatics

Job description

Azenta Life Sciences seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead cross-functional, technology-enabled initiatives across the Sample Repository Services. You’ll translate operational needs into executable programs, drive value through Lean methods, and ensure alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

Partner with Operations, Informatics, Quality, Engineering, and Commercial leaders to deliver scalable improvements, governance, and change-management strategies that enhance safety,