Operations Director, Biomarker Programs

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. Own the operating model and multi-year roadmap for biomarker programs from sample collection through results and storage .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $175,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing biomarker programs, including sample collection, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead teams, establish quality frameworks, and drive improvements through data analysis in a clinical or laboratory setting.

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Operations ManagementRegulatory Compliance (CLIA, CAP, HIPAA)Sample Collection and Biospecimen WorkflowsVendor Relationship ManagementKPI Monitoring and Improvement

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Hard Skills

Clinical Lab OperationsBiospecimen Workflow ManagementData AnalysisProcess DevelopmentRegulatory Framework Expertise

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCross-Functional CollaborationProblem-SolvingAdaptability in Fast-Paced Environments

Tools & Technologies

LIMSSample Tracking Systems

Industry Keywords

Biomarker ProgramsGeneticsDiagnosticsBiobankingClinical Research

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the operating model and multi-year roadmap for biomarker programs from sample collection through results and storage
Establish SOPs and the quality framework for sample collection, chain of custody, storage, and tracking
Manage external lab, logistics provider, and vendor relationships, including performance tracking, issue resolution, and contract compliance
Advise executive leadership on expansion sequencing, lab partner strategy, and operational investment
Represent biomarker operations in company planning
Define and monitor operational KPIs including turnaround time, sample quality, collection success rates, and cost per sample
Serve as accountable operations owner for regulatory readiness and corrective action plans
Identify operational risks and drive solutions
Scale programs across current US sites and new sites while maintaining quality, regulatory compliance, and member experience
Lead a team of services coordinators as volume scales

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of operations experience in a clinical lab, genetics, diagnostics, biobanking, or clinical research setting
Bachelor's degree in life sciences, clinical laboratory science, business operations, or a related field
Hands-on knowledge of sample collection and biospecimen workflows, including chain of custody, storage, and shipping requirements
Familiarity with genetic testing processes and the lab lifecycle from accessioning to results reporting
Experience managing external lab and vendor relationships
Experience launching a new clinical or lab program
Deep expertise with regulatory frameworks such as CLIA, CAP, and HIPAA
Track record of building processes from the ground up and scaling them
Comfort with data and using metrics to identify issues and drive improvements
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, high-growth environment
Ability to travel up to 25%
Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require current or future employer sponsorship for a work visa
Successful completion of a background check
MBA or other relevant advanced degree preferred
Background in LIMS or sample tracking systems preferred
Experience in a consumer-facing or direct-to-consumer health company preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Positive impact on people's lives and health
Free whole-body scans for each team member
Growth opportunities and career development
Weekly team gatherings to connect, share, and socialize
Flexible vacation policy
401(k) retirement savings plan with pre-tax contributions; no current employer matching contributions
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and mental health coverage