Molecular Biology Manager

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Job Description

As the Functional Manager Molecular Biology you will lead a team of scientists and provide strategic and technical leadership in the development of molecular biology technologies products and applications. You will collaborate across functions to drive innovation deliver high-quality solutions address complex scientific challenges and support the organizations mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mentor and develop a team of scientists including performance management career development and talent planning.
• Plan and prioritize team resources and workload to ensure effective execution of projects and alignment with business objectives.
• Provide technical leadership coaching and training to ensure scientific excellence and team effectiveness.
• Drive the development of molecular biology assays and technologies from feasibility assessment through product development and commercialization.
• Apply technical expertise to solve complex product development challenges and support decision-making.
• Utilize statistical tools and Design of Experiments (DOE) to design studies analyze data and optimize processes.
• Author review and approve technical documentation including protocols reports and design control records.
• Build strong stakeholder partnerships and communicate project progress risks and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement of products processes and laboratory practices. Ensure compliance with internal procedures quality systems and applicable standards (e.g. ISO 13485).
• Exercise independent judgment and decision-making authority within established policies and practices to drive project success organizational objectives and business outcomes.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Biological/Biomedical Sciences Chemistry Biochemistry Biomedical Engineering or a related field with at least 6 years of relevant industry experience; or Bachelors degree with at least 8 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years of people management experience leading scientific or technical teams and at least 3 years of hands-on laboratory experience in academic and/or industrial settings.
• Strong expertise in molecular biology assay development and optimization including qPCR dPCR RT-PCR NGS and related nucleic acid technologies.
• Demonstrated success in leading coaching and developing scientists with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders across a matrix organization to drive business and technical outcomes.
• Experience in experimental design statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making; proficiency with JMP or similar statistical software is preferred.
• Strong project management resource planning and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent technical writing presentation communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices quality systems and experience working in BSL-2 environments; familiarity with regulated environments (e.g. ISO 13485) is preferred.
• Experience collaborating with external customers strategic partners or key opinion leaders is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% as required.