Legend Biotech US
Manager, Sample Management Operations
Somerset, New Jersey, United States · Full-time
No sponsorship$127k-$167kDetected 26 days ago
GCPProject ManagementExcelClinical TrialsClinical ResearchFDA RegulatoryResearchCommunicationCollaborationMicrosoft Office
About the role
- The Sample Management Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing end-to-end sample management across Legend pipeline studies.
- The role strengthens visibility, accountability, and coordination across sites, CROs, central labs and specialty labs.
Responsibilities
- Manage the operating model for sample management across current and future studies.
- Create visibility into critical handoffs, chain of custody, issue resolution, reconciliation activities, and operational dependencies.
- Serve as lead for sample tracking and oversight capabilities enabled through the sample management vendor.
- Support readiness for inspections, audits, and quality reviews related to sample operations.
- Create playbooks, templates, and role clarity to support consistent execution across studies.
- Works closely with Sr. Director of Clinical Operations and collaborates with Clinical Operations, Data Management, QA, ITQA, central labs, specialty labs, CROs, sites, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
Requirements
- 7+ years of pharmaceutical, biotech, CRO, or related clinical research experience.
- Experience in clinical operations with exposure to sample management, lab operations, or related oversight functions required.
- Ability to travel as necessary (up to 10%).
- Computer literacy required (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Project and applicable operational tools).
- Working knowledge of GCP, FDA, and ICH Guidelines.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
- If you are selected for employment, you will be required to complete the Form I-9 process, and your employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify in accordance with applicable federal law.
Nice to have
- Advanced degree preferred.
- Experience with central labs, specialty labs or sample tracking solutions preferred.
- Oncology, cell therapy, or early-phase clinical development experience preferred.
Compensation
- $127,313 - $167,099 USD
Benefits
- Performance-based bonus and/or equity is available to employees in eligible roles.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one.
- Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees.
- Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Work Authorization & Employment Eligibility
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