Custom Solutions Manufacturing Leader

2 months ago

Coralville, Iowa, United States Danaher Corporation Full time

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is the leading manufacturer of custom oligonucleotides and proprietary technologies for genomics applications. Our work is complex and cutting-edge, and our team members are curious, creative thinkers who understand that good data drives smart decisions. At IDT, we realize that although science may be uniform, people are unique. We promote a culture where engaged people are motivated and have opportunities to achieve their full potential, as part of one global team.

IDT is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.

This Custom Solutions Manufacturing Leader is part of the Synthetic Biology team located in Coralville, Iowa and will be on-site. At IDT, we are one global team. We celebrate our differences, engage in healthy debate, and are inclusive. Together, we accomplish great things.

The Custom Solutions Manufacturing Leader provides strategic, scientific, and manufacturing direction to the Synthetic Biology Custom Solutions group. This position also collaborates with customers, business unit leadership, R&D teams, operations leadership, and other cross functional teams to help inform strategic decision making on project intake and product development through an operations focused lens.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Directs team in creating, documenting, and executing customized manufacturing plans in support of high value customers and projects.
  • Collaborates with customers to identify key needs and requirements and develop customized solutions to meet those.
  • Provides insight and serves as a technical expert with business units, product management, and product development in selecting relevant projects for intake.
  • Creates and coordinates technology transfer plans to support transition of customized solutions to manufacturing, and/or R&D groups with clear process and product requirements
  • Hires, develops, engages, and retains talent for custom solutions team. Sets appropriate goals and priorities aligned with business objectives in collaboration with site directors and value stream leaders, aligned with the business strategy and forecasting.
  • Manages budget, inventory, quality, schedule, compliance, and safety activities and metrics. Champions quality, safety, and continuous improvement mind-set and makes data driven decisions.
  • Communicates complex ideas regarding synthetic biology in a clear and concise manner with customers and internal stakeholders.

The essential requirements of the job include:

  • Master's degree in related field and at least 5 years of experience or Bachelor's degree with 8 years experience with molecular biology and synthetic biology applications including cloning, PCR, NGS, CRISPR or similar.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience and excellence.
  • Keen understanding of lab automation.
  • Demonstrates extensive attention to detail and exemplary organizational skills.
  • Adept at handling several projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. Able to effectively navigate shifting priorities and help a team do so with minimal structure.
  • Highly collaborative mindset and ability to work in a cross-functional setting. Ability to communicate in a clear and effective manner with customers and all levels of internal organization.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

  • PhD in a synthetic biology related field strongly preferred.
  • More than 5 years of experience with molecular biology and synthetic biology applications including cloning, PCR, NGS, CRISPR or similar preferred.
  • Product development experience preferred.
  • Experience troubleshooting large and complex workflows preferred.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what's next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at to request accommodation.


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