Research and Development Manager

2 days ago

Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States MESO SCALE DIAGNOSTICS, LLC Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Research and Development Manager to lead our portfolio of research and development projects in the life sciences field. The successful candidate will be responsible for initiating and nurturing external collaborations, preparing research proposals, and coordinating internal teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of scientists and/or research associates to execute research and/or product development activities.
  • Prepare and develop project plans, and collaborate on the development of product requirements.
  • Author or contribute to grant proposals, reports, posters, and publications; act as principal investigator for externally funded projects.
  • Initiate and nurture relationships with external collaborators.
  • Contribute to the company's intellectual property portfolio.
  • Coordinate risk management activities throughout the project life cycle.
  • Use appropriate project management methods to meet project deliverables on time and on budget.
  • Provide technical input and recommendations for key decisions.
  • Report progress of portfolio projects at internal and external meetings.
  • Coordinate with various departments, including Legal, Procurement, Operations, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Commercial, as necessary to attain project goals.
Requirements
  • Ph.D. in Physical Science, Life Sciences, or Engineering.
  • Minimum four years of post-graduate experience in a research, clinical, or product development environment.
  • Strong publication record is highly desired.
  • Previous success in obtaining grant funding is a plus.
  • Two years of supervisory experience.
  • Experience with protein chemistry, immunology, immunoassays, antibody development, or technology development is preferred.
  • Experience in ISO9001/ISO13485, GMP, and/or Design Control are highly desired.
  • Industry experience with product development, including experience with quality systems, is required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong knowledge of scientific fundamentals and quantitative analysis.
  • A professional presence and strong interpersonal skills for interacting both internally and externally, in a courteous, diplomatic manner.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research or product development from feasibility to launch.
  • Organizational, project, and priority management skills for planning, executing, and following up on issues, projects, and daily responsibilities in order to meet established deadlines.
  • Solid leadership skills with demonstrated knowledge and understanding of staff management practices and the ability to establish accountabilities and expectations and manage performance to achieve results.
  • Solid communication (written and verbal) skills with the ability to translate information into a meaningful, understandable context and message, regardless of the format.
  • Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the principles of immunoassays, their development, and their applicability in different research fields.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite; MS Project experience desired.
Work Environment

This position is performed in a traditional office environment.

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