Merck Group

Head of Biosample Operations and Biobanking Services

Merck Group  •  Hybrid  •  6 hours ago
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Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

United As One for Patients, our purpose in Healthcare is to help create, improve and prolong lives. We develop medicines, intelligent devices and innovative technologies in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Neurology and Fertility. Our teams work together across 6 continents with passion and relentless curiosity in order to help patients at every stage of life. Joining our Healthcare team is becoming part of a diverse, inclusive and flexible working culture, presenting great opportunities for personal development and career advancement across the globe.

This role can be done in hybrid working model, 3 days from the office in Warsaw, 2 days remote.

YOUR ROLE

In your role as the Head of Biosample and Biobanking Operations, you will lead a talented global team of experts and managers to define how we handle clinical samples across the globeYou are the strategic heart of our biosample lifecycle, overseeing everything from collection and logistics to high-tech storage and analysisYou’ll drive the operational strategy across multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring our processes are high-quality, cost-effective, and always ahead of regulatory standardsBy managing external partnerships and leading enterprise-wide initiatives, you directly impact our ability to deliver life-changing medicines to patientsIf you are ready to harmonize global processes and mentor a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment, this is the role for you!

WHO YOU ARE

  • Advanced scientific degree (PhD preferred or MSc) in Biology, Pharmacy, or a related Medical Science discipline

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in clinical drug development (Pharma, Biotech, or CRO) specifically focused on biosample operations and biobanking

  • At least 3 years of proven leadership experience managing and developing global teams within a matrix organization

  • Expert knowledge of GCP, GLP, and GCLP guidelines and international regulations governing clinical biosamples across various trial phases.

  • Proficiency with industry-standard technologies, including LIMS, CTMS, and advanced bioinventory management systems

  • Strategic mindset with the ability to set operational priorities and drive performance improvements in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
  • Strong vendor management skills, with a track record of overseeing external service providers to ensure quality and timely delivery

  • Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal), with the flexibility to travel internationally up to 20% of the time

YOUR MAIN BENEFITS

  • Health and well-being: Get access to private medical care, life insurance, and sports card,
  • Work-Life balance: Enjoy additional paid days off, hybrid working model.
  • Learning and Development: Take advantage of co-financing for language courses, trainings, and certifications as well as other development opportunities
  • Employee support and engagement: Benefit from Employee Assistance Program and join employee engagement groups for support and connection.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

Merck Group

About Merck Group

This channel is not intended for U.S. and Canadian visitors. Merck operates in the U.S. and Canada as EMD Serono in Healthcare, MilliporeSigma in Life Science and EMD Electronics in Electronics. An unaffiliated and unrelated company, Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, NJ, US holds the rights in the trademark MERCK in the U.S. and Canada.

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We are Merck, a leading global science and technology company headquartered in Germany.

We are curious explorers, courageous pioneers, and ingenious inventors. Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Life Science, Healthcare, and Electronics.

Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and the planet.

We believe in the positive power of science and technology. It has determined our actions since 1668 and inspires us to continue researching for a future worth living. As a family-owned company with over 350 years of experience, we stand for sustainability, responsibility, and innovative strength.

We take pride in being a diverse and inclusive company that values and fosters the talents and abilities of our employees. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Work your Magic and join Merck.

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Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Darmstadt, DE
Year Founded
Unknown
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