Local Study Operations Manager TA Head
Amgen
October 2, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (United States)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Local Study Operations Manager TA Head responsible for leading and developing senior managers overseeing clinical trial portfolios in oncology, inflammation, general medicine, or rare diseases. Objectives include ensuring the successful delivery of study timelines, budgets, and quality standards aligned with global R&D priorities. Responsibilities encompass strategic leadership, portfolio management, risk mitigation, resource allocation, and fostering operational excellence across country teams. The role involves close collaboration with global study strategy, site selection, and cross-functional stakeholders, as well as ensuring inspection readiness. Qualifications: Doctorate with 3+ years or equivalent experience in clinical trial execution, plus at least 3 years of management experience; alternatively, master's or bachelor's degrees with proportionate experience. Preferred: 6+ years in biopharmaceutical clinical research, managing multiple teams/vendors, and global trial experience with strong communication skills. High-value: Leadership in clinical operations within biotech/pharma, overseeing oncology, inflammation, or rare disease studies, including vendor management, regulatory compliance, and trial delivery in a global setting. Location/work setup: Not specified, likely hybrid or onsite with potential travel.