Director/Senior Director – Research
| Company | Glyphic Biotechnologies |
|---|---|
| Location | Berkeley, CA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | PhD |
| Experience Level | Expert or higher |
Requirements
- PhD in biochemistry, chemistry, biophysics, or related field
- 10+ years experience in people and project management, with increasing roles and responsibilities
- Comprehensive knowledge about nucleic acids biochemistry and bioconjugation
- Proficiency in lab methods, such as PCR, electrophoresis, cytometry, NGS library preparation, mass spectrometry, and nanopore sequencing
- Experience with transferring manual assays onto engineering prototypes or commercial robotic platforms
- Experience in development of a commercial product, highly desired
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document experiments clearly and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
- Experience in data analysis software
- Experience in statistical and DOE software
- Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of building strong relationships and communicating with stakeholders at all levels
- Strong analytical, emotional, and social intelligence to navigate complex team dynamics and external partnerships
- Willingness to operate with urgency, be resourceful, and maintain flexibility in an evolving environment.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the CTO and executive leadership to define and execute a translational R&D strategy to develop a complete sample-to-sequence workflow for a single molecule protein sequencing platform
- Drive innovation in sample preparation, assay development, instrumentation, and data analysis to establish a robust, scalable, and competitive platform
- Solve critical challenges in integrating cutting-edge science with product development, ensuring the transition from experimental proof-of-concept to a commercially viable process
- Directly contribute to experimental work and troubleshoot technical challenges by maintaining hands-on involvement in the lab (approximately 25% of the time)
- Analyze experimental data, identify trends, and iterate on protocols to enhance accuracy and efficiency
- Manage project timelines, milestones, and resource allocation to ensure deliverables are completed on-time and on-budget
- Foster professional development of scientists and engineers in a collaborative environment
- Represent the company as a domain expert and thought leader at conferences, industry events, and meeting with investors, vendors, or academic partners.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience developing assays and instrument platforms in startups is desired.