CareerPlan

BioPharma R&D Scientific Manager/Senior Manager

Lenexa, KS, usFull-time2026-10-30 → 2026-11-10
Based in United StatesNo visa sponsorship

Core

Manage R&D Associates and laboratory scientists, oversee assay development and validation, and lead technical support for business development in a clinical trial testing environment.

Role type

Senior IC scientific manager (laboratory operations)

Builds

Outward-facing technical materials (presentations, white papers, manuscripts) and assay transitions from R&D to launched status

Domain

BioPharma / Clinical Trial Testing / Molecular and Diagnostic Laboratories

Required skills

Laboratory assay theory and troubleshooting, Method/assay development and validation, Supervision of scientific staff, Complex project planning and leadership, Regulatory compliance knowledge, Technical mentoring

Preferred skills

PhD in Biology/Microbiology/Chemistry, 3+ years in high complexity laboratory setting, 3+ years in method/assay development, 2+ years supervising scientific staff, 2+ years in complex project planning

Technologies

PC based software programs, Laboratory equipment and instrumentation

Responsibilities

Manage performance of assigned associates and ensure productivity, Resolve technical problems and implement corrective actions, Coordinate R&D input for costing and timelines, Lead technical support of business development, Develop and maintain training programs for R&D Scientists, Recruit and hire laboratory scientists and assistants

Seniority

Senior Manager, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities