Manager, Research

Meso Scale Diagnostics, Llc. - Gaithersburg, MD

Full-time - Manager

Gaithersburg, MD

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Manager of Research at Meso Scale Diagnostics LLC is responsible for overseeing a portfolio of research and development projects in the life sciences sector. This role involves planning, executing, and reporting on projects while ensuring they meet quality standards and customer expectations. The manager will lead a team, foster external collaborations, and coordinate with various internal departments to achieve project goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of scientists and/or research associates to execute research and/or product development activities.
• Prepare Design and Development 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 MSD's IP portfolio.
• Coordinate Risk Management activities throughout the project life cycle.
• Use appropriate project management methods to meet the project deliverables on time and on budget.
• Determine resources and coordinate project teams to deliver projects according to the development plan.
• Adjust project plans, schedules and resources to meet the product requirements through project completion and closeout.
• Monitor progress and budgets for each project.
• Provide technical input and recommendations for key decisions.
• Report progress of portfolio projects at internal and external meetings.
• Coordinate with Legal, Procurement, Operations, Quality Assurance, Quality Control and Commercial groups as necessary to attain project goals.
• Facilitate and encourage professional development of teams and team members through mentorship and training.
• Understand, follow and enforce laboratory safety policies to ensure compliance with company safety requirements.

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.

Nice-to-haves

• 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.