Eliassen Group is seeking an experienced Translational Operations Management Consultant for a part-time, remote contract opportunity supporting a biotechnology client. This position is suitable for professionals with a strong background in translational research, biomarker operations, clinical sample management, and biopharmaceutical programme coordination.
The successful candidate will oversee biomarker sample management, coordinate external laboratory partners, support clinical research operations, and ensure the accurate handling and transfer of scientific data. The role offers an initial six-month contract beginning in the fourth quarter of 2026, with the possibility of an extension.
This remote biotechnology consulting job is particularly suited to experienced life sciences professionals who can independently manage operational activities across clinical programmes in the United States and Europe.
Job Overview
- Employer: Eliassen Group
- Position: Consultant, Translational Operations Management, Biotechnology
- Job Type: Contract
- Work Arrangement: Remote
- Schedule: Part-time
- Industry: Life Sciences and Biotechnology
- Department: Research and Development
- Location: Remote, with the listing specifying availability anywhere in the United States
- Contract Duration: Initial six months, with potential extension
- Expected Start: Fourth quarter of 2026
- Experience Required: At least seven years
- Education: Bachelor’s degree minimum; an advanced degree may also be relevant
- Reference ID: JN -102026-108940
- Date Posted: October 5, 2026
About the Remote Opportunity
Eliassen Group is recruiting a Translational Operations Management Consultant to provide operational leadership and sample management support across one or two assigned biotechnology programmes.
The consultant will work closely with scientific subject matter experts responsible for biomarker strategies and scientific relationships. While these specialists lead the scientific direction, the consultant will oversee operational delivery, ensuring that sample management processes and biomarker activities are completed efficiently and according to programme requirements.
The position involves collaboration with clinical operations teams, nonclinical researchers, contract research organisations (CROs), central laboratories, and other external service providers.
Although the position is remote, the employer specifies that it is available anywhere in the United States. International candidates should confirm their eligibility to work under the employer’s engagement arrangements before applying.
Key Responsibilities
1. Biomarker Sample Management
- Coordinate biomarker sample management activities across assigned clinical programmes.
- Oversee sample kit preparation, laboratory manuals, handling procedures, shipping, receipt, analysis, and storage.
- Ensure sample integrity and compliance with established operational procedures.
- Work with scientific and clinical teams to support the timely completion of biomarker-related activities.
2. Vendor and Laboratory Coordination
- Manage operational relationships with external vendors, CROs, and central laboratories.
- Monitor sample shipment, processing, analysis, and storage activities.
- Act as a key contact for external partners involved in clinical sample management.
- Identify and resolve operational issues that could affect programme delivery.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to maintain project timelines.
3. Clinical Data Management and Transfers
- Oversee the generation and transfer of biomarker-related data from external vendors into internal systems.
- Use SharePoint and Trials Interactive to support data receipt and management.
- Coordinate Data Transfer Agreements (DTAs) and maintain appropriate documentation.
- Collaborate with clinical CROs on larger clinical data requests in consultation with biomarker leadership.
4. Cross-Functional Programme Support
- Work with clinical operations, nonclinical teams, biomarker scientists, and other stakeholders.
- Coordinate operational activities across multiple workstreams.
- Ensure that programme requirements, timelines, and data management processes remain aligned.
- Independently manage assigned operational responsibilities and communicate progress to relevant teams.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should have the following qualifications and professional experience:
- At least seven years of experience in translational operations, biomarker operations, clinical sample management, or a closely related function within a biopharmaceutical sponsor organisation.
- A strong understanding of translational research and biomarker assays, including techniques such as genomics and flow cytometry.
- Knowledge of clinical trial lifecycles and the operational requirements of clinical research programmes.
- Experience supporting programmes in both the United States and Europe.
- Previous experience working with vendors, clinical sites, CROs, and central laboratories.
- Familiarity with clinical sample logistics, including shipment, receipt, processing, analysis, and storage.
- Experience preparing sample kits and laboratory manuals.
- Knowledge of Data Transfer Agreements and clinical data transfer processes.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and project management skills.
- The ability to manage multiple responsibilities independently and work effectively with internal and external partners.
Candidates with additional global clinical programme experience may have an advantage.
Education Requirements
Applicants must have at least a bachelor’s degree in Biology, Life Sciences, or a related discipline. An advanced degree may also be suitable.
Candidates should ensure that their academic background and professional experience align with the role’s specialised biotechnology and clinical research requirements.
Benefits of This Remote Contract Job
This opportunity offers several potential advantages for qualified professionals:
- Remote working arrangements within the employer’s stated U.S. eligibility area.
- Part-time consulting work.
- An initial six-month contract with the possibility of extension.
- The opportunity to contribute to biotechnology and clinical research programmes.
- Professional collaboration with biomarker scientists, clinical operations teams, and laboratory partners.
- Exposure to translational research operations and clinical data management.
- An opportunity to apply specialised life sciences expertise in a consulting environment.
The listing does not specify a salary or hourly pay rate. Compensation is determined by factors including skills, experience, and other relevant considerations. Applicants should confirm the expected working hours and compensation with the recruiter.
How to Tailor Your CV for This Position
To strengthen your application, focus your resume on the technical and operational requirements of the role.
- Highlight your experience in translational operations, biomarker operations, or clinical sample management.
- Include examples of coordinating clinical samples from kit preparation through shipment, laboratory processing, analysis, and storage.
- Mention experience working with CROs, central laboratories, clinical sites, and external vendors.
- Describe your knowledge of biomarker assays, genomics, flow cytometry, and clinical trial processes where applicable.
- Include relevant experience with SharePoint, Trials Interactive, Data Transfer Agreements, and clinical data transfers.
- Demonstrate your ability to manage multiple programmes, coordinate stakeholders, and maintain project timelines.
- Emphasise your experience supporting clinical or biotechnology programmes across the United States and Europe.
Use specific examples and measurable achievements wherever possible. Only include skills and experience that accurately reflect your professional background.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply directly through Eliassen Group’s official careers website.
Applicants should review the full job description and submit a current CV or resume highlighting relevant experience in translational operations, biomarker management, clinical sample logistics, vendor coordination, and clinical data transfers.
Because this is a specialised consulting role, applicants should clearly demonstrate their experience supporting programmes in both the United States and Europe.
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