Are you ready to make a significant impact in the rapidly growing field of Gene & Cell Therapy? We're looking for an innovative and driven leader to guide our talented team of Scientists and Research Associates in developing and launching cutting-edge ancillary reagents for gene and cell therapy manufacturing. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a passion for mentoring high-performing teams, this is the perfect role for you!
Job Summary
As the Manager of Exploratory Product Development, you'll lead a team focused on advancing products that power the future of gene and cell therapy. You'll be at the forefront of developing critical reagents like antibodies, cell isolation kits, and cell culture media that are essential to groundbreaking therapeutic breakthroughs.
In this role, you'll work closely with cross-functional teams-including Manufacturing, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and HR-to drive continuous improvement, uphold the highest product quality standards, and deliver outstanding customer service and technical support.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Manage and inspire the Exploratory PD group, ensuring successful development of new products under ISO9001:2008/ISO13485:2016 standards
- Oversee the optimization and troubleshooting of existing products and processes, ensuring peak performance and scientific excellence
- Stay ahead of industry trends and integrate the latest scientific research to support the creation of innovative new products
- Present experimental results, progress, and strategies to key stakeholders through engaging presentations and reports
- Develop and maintain SOPs, WIs, and other documentation that meets ISO and regulatory requirements while ensuring team compliance
- Mentor your team, identify future leaders, and support the professional development of each team member
- Work seamlessly with internal teams like Manufacturing, Quality Control, and HR to ensure alignment with business strategy and continuous improvement
- Uphold the highest standards of health, safety, and product quality, ensuring compliance across all operational activities
- Other projects or responsibilities as may be required
Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience
- PhD in Immunology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry or related scientific field
- 3+ years of progressive leadership experience
- 8+ years of hands-on experience with in depth, working knowledge of technology, procedures, assay, and equipment used in cell analysis, primary cell isolation, and cultures
Preferred Qualifications - Education and Experience
- 5+ years of progressive leadership experience
- Strong leadership skills including people management, time management, and project management
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English
- Understanding and working knowledge of cGMP and ISO13485 guideline as well as quality management systems
- Experience in Gene & Cell Therapy ancillary reagent industry
- Proven history of effective People and Project Management
The base salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 - 150,000. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for a new hire in this position. The base pay actually offered to the successful candidate will take into account internal equity, work location, and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that base pay is only one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This range allows for the successful candidate to have an opportunity to progress within the position and develop at our company. This base pay range does not take into account bonuses, equity, or other benefits which may be applicable and are dependent on the level and position offered.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Office
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting. Occasional exposure to a laboratory and warehouse environment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.
Lab
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a laboratory environment with occasional data entry on a computer. Occasional exposure to a warehouse environment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.
