R&D Lab Operations - Global Director

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At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.

Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, youll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

R&D Lab Operations- Global Director

What you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will oversee and drive the strategic vision for our global R&D laboratory network. This person will be responsible for leading all aspects of lab operations across multiple geographies, ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency, safety, and compliance. This is a leadership role that requires a blend of operational expertise, technical knowledge, and an ability to lead large teams across diverse regions.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the global strategy for laboratory operations to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase operational efficiency and meet business demands, including leading R&D Lab Operations through changes to support business transformations.

Global Operations Management: Oversee daily operations of labs across multiple regions, ensuring consistent and high-quality delivery of results. Optimize lab workflows, staffing, and resource utilization across various global sites.

Team Leadership & Development: Lead a global team of lab managers, technicians, and support staff. Develop a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional development. Provide mentorship and guidance to ensure skill development and team performance.

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight: Ensure all lab operations comply with local, national, and international regulations and industry standards (e.g., ISO, GLP, GxP, FDA). Stay updated on changes in regulations to ensure the organization remains compliant.

Financial Management: Partner with budget and finance teams to monitor budgets and resources for the global lab network and identify opportunities for cost optimization while maintaining the integrity of operations.

Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement: Implement and maintain a robust quality management system (QMS partnering with Quality) across all lab sites. Lead efforts in driving process optimization, reducing variability, and enhancing the overall quality of outputs.

Technology Integration: Lead the integration of innovative laboratory technologies and innovations that improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of lab operations. Stay at the forefront of trends and technologies that can enhance lab capabilities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with R&D leaders, Global Finance & Strategy, Global Facility Operations & Compliance teams to ensure laboratory operations are aligned with broader company goals. Provide data and insights to support decision-making across departments.

Risk Management: Identify and mitigate operational risks related to lab operations, including safety hazards, regulatory non-compliance, and operational inefficiencies.

Sustainability: Develop and implement initiatives to reduce environmental impact in laboratory operations, including waste management, energy efficiency, and sustainable sourcing of materials.

30% travel is associated with this position.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic professional we seek is a director with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree and 4 years of pharmaceutical/life science experience OR

Masters degree and 7 years of pharmaceutical/life science experience OR

Bachelors degree and 9 years of pharmaceutical/life science experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in lab operations, including at least 5 years in a global or multi-regional capacity.

Strong background in laboratory management, with experience across diverse scientific disciplines.

Proven experience in managing cross-functional teams, budgets, and multi-site operations.

Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

In-depth knowledge of laboratory processes, technologies, and best practices.

Expertise in regulatory compliance (e.g., ISO, GLP, GxP, FDA).

Strategic thinking with excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Proficiency in laboratory information management systems (LIMS), enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and other relevant software.

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, well support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts

A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan

Stock-based long-term incentives

Award-winning time-off plans

Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

Apply now for a career that defies imagination

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Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

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Company

We are all different, yet we have this in common: our mission to serve patients. This sense of shared purpose is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. It guides us as we continue to launch new medicines and reach millions of patients worldwide.

We win together.

We thrive on continual challenge.

Our team of 22,000+ scientists and professionals worldwide bring distinct perspectives and experiences to all we do. We leverage our global talent to achieve together—to research, manufacture and deliver ever-better products and greater depth to our mission.

At Amgen, there is a strong correlation between our high level of diversity and performance. Because addressing issues with a wider range of perspectives and approaches leads to more creative problem-solving. Together, we’re transforming the promise of science and biotechnology into therapies that have the power to restore health.

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