Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From our three R D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel). Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma. Legend Biotech is seeking a Manager, Sample Management Operations as part of the Clinical Operations team based in Somerset , NJ .

Role Overview The Sample Management Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing end-to-end sample management across Legend pipeline studies. The role strengthens visibility, accountability, and coordination across sites, CROs, central labs and specialty labs.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the operating model for sample management across current and future studies. Map and standardize workflows across sites, CROs, central labs, specialty labs, the sample management vendor, and sponsor stakeholders. Create visibility into critical handoffs, chain of custody, issue resolution, reconciliation activities, and operational dependencies.

Monitor operation trends and proactively identify operational risks and mitigation plans that reduce delayed, lost, or poorly coordinated samples. Serve as lead for sample tracking and oversight capabilities enabled through the sample management vendor. Work with study teams and external vendors to reduce delays, missing data, and operational burden at sites.

Support readiness for inspections, audits, and quality reviews related to sample operations. Create playbooks, templates, and role clarity to support consistent execution across studies. Capture lessons learned and apply them to future study planning and execution.

Performs other duties as required. Works closely with Sr. Director of Clinical Operations and collaborates with Clinical Operations, Data Management, QA, ITQA, central labs, specialty labs, CROs, sites, and other cross-functional stakeholders.

Requirements

Minimum degree

of a bachelor’s degree (BA, BS) in scientific, health care, or related discipline. Advanced degree preferred. 7+ years of pharmaceutical, biotech, CRO, or related clinical research experience.

Experience in clinical operations with exposure to sample management, lab operations, or related oversight functions required. Experience developing or improving complex operational workflows strongly preferred. Experience with central labs, specialty labs or sample tracking solutions preferred.

Oncology, cell therapy, or early-phase clinical development experience preferred. Ability to travel as necessary (up to 10%). Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Strong organizational, project management, and issue resolution skills. Ability to identify operational risk and develop practical mitigation strategies. Strong attention to detail while maintaining end-to-end process visibility.

Computer literacy required (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Project and applicable operational tools). Working knowledge of GCP, FDA, and ICH Guidelines.

Base Pay Range

below is what Legend Biotech USA Inc. reasonably expects to offer at the time of posting.

Compensation

may vary based on experience, skills,

Qualifications

, and geographic location.