Battelle · 15 hours ago
Director, Bioinformatics
Battelle is a research and development organization that conducts important work for a variety of clients. They are seeking a Director of Bioinformatics to lead and grow their efforts in bioinformatics and related sciences, focusing on capturing and executing high-value contracts in the field.
Biotechnology
Responsibilities
Recognized expertise in program leadership of Bioinformatics with AI integration experience
Proven track record in successfully capturing $20M+ opportunities for federal contracts AND developing the teams and processes to grow capture excellence
Expertise in managing a portfolio of programs totaling $50M+ according to federal requirements and at “exceptional” levels of program execution
Knowledge of federal market and competitive landscape across both DoD and civilian health agencies
Proven ability to take complex technical and scientific concepts and turn them into clear and concise verbal and written forms
Demonstrated understanding of capture processes to win new business including: the gate review process; developing a capture strategy; planning capture milestones, managing a capture team, ensuring the capture is executed on schedule and budget, identifying and bringing on partners and teammates, and identifying/mitigating risks to the capture
For proposal efforts, ensure timely development and delivery of compliant, responsive, innovative and integrated technical solutions and management approaches that are competitive and cost effective
Passion and drive to constantly need to improve your skill set
Excellent communication skills both oral and written and with all levels of management
Ability to speak to customers at varying levels of technical knowledge and explain mission value of products and services
Ability to work individually and in small fast-paced team environments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree bioinformatics or Technical field; at least 12 years of experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in business development, program management or technical management; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field
Strong knowledge of health and biomedical analytics concepts, technologies, and use cases, specifically utilizing new or cutting-edge approaches to the use of artificial intelligence for predictive and advanced analytics
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
Recognized expertise in program leadership of Bioinformatics with AI integration experience
Proven track record in successfully capturing $20M+ opportunities for federal contracts AND developing the teams and processes to grow capture excellence
Expertise in managing a portfolio of programs totaling $50M+ according to federal requirements and at 'exceptional' levels of program execution
Knowledge of federal market and competitive landscape across both DoD and civilian health agencies
Proven ability to take complex technical and scientific concepts and turn them into clear and concise verbal and written forms
Demonstrated understanding of capture processes to win new business including: the gate review process; developing a capture strategy; planning capture milestones, managing a capture team, ensuring the capture is executed on schedule and budget, identifying and bringing on partners and teammates, and identifying/mitigating risks to the capture
For proposal efforts, ensure timely development and delivery of compliant, responsive, innovative and integrated technical solutions and management approaches that are competitive and cost effective
Passion and drive to constantly need to improve your skill set
Excellent communication skills both oral and written and with all levels of management
Ability to speak to customers at varying levels of technical knowledge and explain mission value of products and services
Ability to work individually and in small fast-paced team environments
Preferred
Master's Degree or higher, preferably in Bioinformatics or similar professional experience
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance
Benefits
Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
Company
Battelle
Battelle Memorial Institute is a nonprofit research and development organization.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$422.1MKey Investors
Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA)National Science Foundation
2023-11-08Grant· $6.1M
2023-09-22Grant· $416M
Leadership Team
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