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Valneva

Central Lab Operations Manager

Valneva

. Manage central laboratory aspects of phase 1–4 clinical trials within Valneva Clinical Operations .

Posted 11/6/2026contractVienna • AustriaJuniorMid-Level💰 €44,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in managing central laboratory operations for clinical trials, ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP and FDA/EMA regulations while maintaining high standards of quality and operational efficiency. Proficient in budget tracking, sample logistics, and stakeholder collaboration.

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Clinical Trial ManagementICH-GCP ComplianceBudget TrackingStakeholder CollaborationOperational Quality Assurance

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Hard Skills
Clinical Trial ConductSample CollectionData Protection LawsTrial Timeline PlanningLaboratory OversightRisk ManagementAudit PreparationLogistics ManagementTrial-Specific TrainingVendor Selection
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailClear CommunicationIndependent Problem SolvingSelf-Organizing AbilitiesAbility to Manage Competing Priorities
Tools & Technologies
Clinical Trial ProtocolsLaboratory MaterialsComputer Skills
Industry Keywords
Phase 1–4 Clinical TrialsCentral Laboratory ServicesFDA RegulationsEMA RegulationsSOPs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Manage central laboratory aspects of phase 1–4 clinical trials within Valneva Clinical Operations
  • Manage sample collection and testing and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
  • Ensure central-lab trial deliverables meet timelines, budget, operational procedures, and quality standards
  • Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP, FDA/EMA regulations, other applicable regulations, and SOPs
  • Serve as primary contact for internal and external parties regarding central laboratory services
  • Contribute to central laboratory vendor selection and contracting
  • Track and ensure accuracy of trial budgets, including forecasts and accruals
  • Contribute to lab trial timeline planning and trial-specific training
  • Set up central laboratory activities according to clinical trial protocols, including logistics, lab materials, aliquots, lab kits, and labels
  • Oversee sample logistics from interim central storage facilities to central testing laboratories and Valneva’s Clinical Serology Department
  • Support quality assurance activities and audit/inspection preparation
  • Contribute to risk management and mitigation from trial setup through closeout
  • Maintain oversight of laboratories, milestones, and trial-level data quality
  • Provide operational backup across Central Lab Operations Group activities

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Technical degree or Degree in natural sciences (BA, MSc); other equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in operational clinical research
  • Minimum of 1 year of management experience in clinical trial conduct
  • Good knowledge of ICH-GCP, data protection laws, clinical trial directives, and other regulations and guidelines for clinical studies
  • High self-organizing abilities
  • Excellent computer skills
  • Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and function independently
  • Attention to detail
  • Clear communication skills
  • Independent problem solving
  • Good knowledge of English, written and oral
  • German is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Dynamic and innovative work environment
  • Open, appreciative company culture
  • Impactful assignments
  • Flat hierarchies
  • International atmosphere
  • Regular company events
  • Flexitime
  • Compensation days
  • Performance-related bonus
  • Lunch vouchers
  • Free access to sports and fitness activities via myClubs
  • Office massages