Director, R&d - Irvine, United States - Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.

Verified Company

Irvine, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Bio-Rad Clinical Diagnostics Group (CDG) is one of the leading global providers of tests for infectious and autoimmune disease screening, diabetes screening and monitoring, blood group typing, data management software solutions as well as quality control products for clinical laboratories.

Bio-Rad is seeking to fill a key leadership role in the organization with an energetic technology leader to be the
Director, R&D for technical resolution and sustaining projects in our facility in Irvine, CA.

In this role you will be responsible for leading a scientific group focused on technical resolution for existing products intended to monitor the performance of various clinical test methods.

You will need to partner cross-functionally to achieve team goals.

Key attributes for success include the ability to build strong functional and cross functional relationships at multiple levels within the organization, solid technical expertise across a range of disciplines such as immunoassay, chemistry, hematology, hemostasis, toxicology, molecular biology, immunology, deep understanding of automated clinical instruments and platforms, and strong business acumen.

Additionally you will need the ability to exhibit strong leadership skills, and the ability to communicate complex technologies to audiences at various levels of the organization.

How You'll Make An Impact:

Direct product sustaining and product life cycle management activities through functional excellence and integrated portfolio management.
Partner with functional leaders in Marketing, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, and Operations to resolve product and process quality issues and improve performance of products.
Build, lead, and mentor strong forward thinking R&D groups.
Create and manage budget.
Drive transformational changes, develop new technical and scientific capabilities, and help implement standardized practices.
Comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

What You Bring:

Doctorate degree in one of the life sciences disciplines (chemistry, biology, etc.).
Minimum of 15 years of leadership and technical experience in design, development, and manufacturing of in vitro diagnostic, medical device, life science, or pharmaceutical products.
Experience working in an FDA QSR and ISO 13485 regulated environment.
Experience with integrated portfolio management structure including core teams, resource forecasting/planning, and budgeting.
Solid scientific knowledge and technical background.
Excellent leadership and management skills.
Ability to build, mentor, and motivate a group of technical people to meet strategic objectives and to create effective and high performing teams through shared vision.
Ability to take ownership of responsibilities and deliver on commitments.
Ability to shift priorities and make decisions.
Strong business acumen and ability to translate technology to potential business impact.
Excellent presentation as well as oral and written communication skills with all levels of the organization in both executive and team interactions.
Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision making skills.
Strong background in automated clinical analyzers.
Solid understanding of advanced statistical techniques and design of experiments.
Ability to provide clear direction in alignment with strategy and business and customer value drivers.
Ability to work effectively within the matrix organization through influencing and building relationships across organization including Marketing, Manufacturing, and Business Development.

Total Rewards Package:
At Bio-Rad, we're empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well.

That's why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce.

Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee's work and life cycle.

Benefits:
We're proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG's), and more

Compensation:
The estimated base salary range for this position is $193,900 - $266,700 at the time of posting. This range is inclusive of all geographic locations within the United States. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compe