Operations Director, Biomarker Programs

For our client, we are seeking a Operations Director, Biomarker Programs to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space. This leader will guide the operational foundation for biomarker initiatives that support high-quality clinical services and scalable growth. The role will partner closely with lab vendors, internal stakeholders, and leadership to strengthen workflows, compliance, and program performance. You will help shape the operating model for new and existing sites while ensuring data-driven decisions and regulatory readiness. This is an opportunity to influence critical healthcare operations that directly support patient-focused preventative services. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $175,000 – $200,000 annually Responsibilities Own the operating model and roadmap for biomarker programs, ensuring operational performance and compliance Establish SOPs and quality frameworks for sample collection and tracking Manage relationships with external labs and vendors, ensuring contract compliance and issue resolution Advise leadership on lab partner strategy and operational investments Define and monitor operational KPIs, acting on data insights Ensure regulatory readiness and manage corrective action plans Identify operational risks early and implement solutions proactively Scale programs across existing and new sites while maintaining quality standards Lead a team of services coordinators, overseeing workflows and strategy alignment Qualifications 10+ years of operations experience in clinical lab, genetics, diagnostics, biobanking, or clinical research Bachelor's degree in life sciences, clinical laboratory science, business operations, or a related field; MBA preferred Hands-on knowledge of sample collection and biospecimen workflows, including chain of custody and storage Familiarity with genetic testing processes and lab lifecycle from accessioning to results reporting Experience managing external lab and vendor relationships Proven track record of launching new clinical or lab programs Deep expertise with regulatory frameworks like CLIA, CAP, and HIPAA Strong data analysis skills to identify issues and drive improvements Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a fast-paced environment Benefits Opportunity to positively impact people's health and lives Free whole-body scans for team members as part of preventative healthcare Growth opportunities tailored to individual career paths Weekly team gatherings to foster connection and collaboration Flexible vacation policy to support work-life balance 401(k) retirement savings plan for eligible employees Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and mental health coverage Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.