AddressWho we are:
Maravai LifeSciences translates extraordinary science into everyday miracles, helping biotech, biopharma, and life sciences companies everywhere deliver novel vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostics. We are global leaders in providing products and services within the fields of nucleic acid production and biologics safety testing to many of the world's leading biopharma, vaccine, diagnostics, and cell and gene therapy companies.
At Maravai, we believe that diverse perspectives are the foundation of innovation. Through an inclusive and equitable culture where every team member is inspired to bring their best selves to work, we cultivate an environment in which we can lead together, providing differentiated value to our customers, and enabling the miracles of science. For over 35 years, Maravai's portfolio companies have served as a catalyst for innovative, lifesaving technology for humanity. Pioneering nucleotide research since its inception, we are now leading the way in the rapidly expanding mRNA market.
Your next role as a Miracle Maker
Maravai LifeSciences is seeking a #MiracleMaker to join our Sales team as a Technical Program Designer (mRNA CDMO Services - Remote). As a Technical Program Designer you will act as a technical, scientific representative within EU and UK on client-facing activities to support the customer's journey uilizing TriLink's mRNA. You will work within a cross-functional team that includes regional sales/BD representatives, product management, marketing and service professionals, R&D, GMP Operations, Legal, etc. Additional you will be provide pre-sales support to our customers and the sales/BD teams for successful customer acquisition and experiences.
How you will make an impact:
Externally Facing – New Business
- Partner with Business Development and Sales teams to improve customer journey by providing technical support and understanding of customer needs including but not limited to TriLink's custom services, mRNA manufacturing, analytical testing, and GMP phase appropriate solutions
- Travel to customers and meetings within the UK and EU as needed
- Develop and support educational and marketing initiatives for brand awareness and technical accuracy
- Represent company scientifically at conferences/seminars/webinars in collaboration with R&D
- Answer inquiries and questions regarding company technology and capabilities
Internally Facing
- Act as cross-functional liaison between customer and internal development, operational teams to communicate and review RFPs (Request for Proposal), HLEs (high level estimates), proposals, and SOWs (Statement of Work) for client specific technical needs and internal feasibility and alignment
- Strategically highlight Voice of Customer (VOC) to internal teams to support driving business focus and innovation forward
- Coordinate, manage, and/or oversee customer site visits
- Manage technical escalation handling and support
- Maintain up to date records of internal and external developments in the mRNA field including new technologies; including semiregular visits to company Headquarters (San Diego, CA)
Additional
- Stay up to date with internal and external technology advances, industry trends, and innovations within field of RNA health
- Perform other functions and duties as required
The skills and experience that you will bring:
- 4+ years of extensive technical experience in nucleic acids lab techniques from biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry with BS or MS degree in biological field i.e. molecular biology, biochemistry, or genomics; 2+ years of experience for PhD
- Preferred lab experiences in: R&D, Process Development, GMP manufacturing, and/or QC
- Prior experience interacting with Business Development, Marketing, and Sales departments within Life Sciences industry with proven track record working on cross-functional teams
- Advanced subject matter expert (SME) understanding of molecular biology and mRNA/nucleic acid therapeutic or medicinal applications including manufacturing and analytical techniques
- Understanding of clinical development pathways with current regulatory or CMC requirements, experience preferred
- Strong client-facing interpersonal skills coupled with a task-oriented focus; scientifically communicate with technical teams
- Ability to quickly read, comprehend, and analyze scientific or technical reports
- Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Demonstrates high-quality standards across all projects and presentations through effective organizational, analytical, and communication skills
- Proficiency with verbal and written communication in English; second language a plus (examples: French or German)
- Excellent computer software skills with demonstrable expertise in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and SFDC
- Ability to travel up to 40% within EU/UK regions and US
The benefits of being a #MiracleMaker:
- You have the potential to change, improve, and save lives around the world.
- You have the opportunity to be a part owner in Maravai through RSU grants and optional employee stock purchase plans.
- We offer comprehensive medical plans and HSA/FSA options.
- Fertility & family planning assistance.
- A variety of additional optional benefits and insurance options, including pet insurance.
- Retirement contributions.
- Holidays & Paid Time Off.
See a comprehensive list of benefits at our Benefits & growth site at https://www.maravai.com/careers/benefits-and-growth/
To view more opportunities to become a #MiracleMaker, visit our career site at https://www.maravai.com/careers/
Maravai LifeSciences is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation, and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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