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Pioneering biotech start-up is seeking a COO / Product Lead to join their team! You will lead operations for their research and development efforts as they continue rapid growth. Collaborating with leadership and scientists, you'll coordinate the team to maximise efficiency, effectiveness and productivity. You excel in both product and people management. As an independent problem-solver who enjoys bringing ideas to fruition, you will help elevate this start-up to the next level.
Responsibilities
- Executing and developing the product roadmap aligned to market, technology, and business
- Leading lab operations and guiding R&D activities
- Setting scientific strategies and research direction
- Liaising across functions to execute plans and deliver quality products
- Collaborating between R&D, engineering, and design for product development
- Driving scientific innovation to stay on the forefront of advancements
- Managing, recruiting, and leading the scientific team
- Supporting and mentoring team members
- Managing intellectual property and regulatory compliance
- Building academic, research, and industry collaborations
Requirements
- Relevant PhD or equivalent experience in bioprocess engineering, biochemical engineering, biotech, or related sciences
- Significant hands-on experience in cell development, iPSC culture, media development, bioprocessing, mammalian cell culture, tissue engineering, etc.
- 4+ years in product management or related role in bioprocessing, biotech, or pharma
- Proven success leading cross-functional teams and delivering products to market
- Excellent communication, strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Resilient, can-do mind-set to lead and inspire teams
- Thrives in fast-paced start-ups, adapting to changing priorities
- Strong relationship building and teamwork skills
- Ability to deliver on plans, projects and goals
Benefits Include
- Competitive salary
- Generous paid time off and pension plan
- Flexible hours
- Equity/stock options
- Career development opportunities
- Cutting-edge technology exposure
- Facilities in a world-renowned university city
- Support for work-life balance
