LGC · 8 hours ago
Vice President, Science and Technology
Gaithersburg, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$195K/yr - $292K/yr
15+ years expLGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas. The Vice President of Science and Technology plays a pivotal role in driving the organization's technological vision and ensuring competitiveness through strategic planning, leadership, and management of technology infrastructure and R&D efforts.
BiotechnologyGeneticsLife Science
Responsibilities
Strategic Planning: Develop and implement long-term strategies for technological and scientific growth, ensuring alignment with the organization's overall goals and objectives
Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of scientists and technologists, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
Technology Management: Oversee the acquisition, implementation, and management of technology infrastructure in support of the business unit’s 5-year growth strategy
Research and Development: Drive the research and development efforts, ensuring that the organization stays ahead of technological trends and advancements. Work closely with Product Management team in developing 5-year NPD and technology funnel
Collaboration: Represents the company across LGC sites and businesses and externally at scientific meetings. Serve as a thought leader and representative of the company in external scientific, technology, and industry forums
Custom Co-Creation Execution: Work closely with customers, commercial, operations and product management teams in identifying custom co-creation projects and execute them to the customer specifications
Compliance and Security: Ensure that all technological initiatives comply with relevant regulations and standards, and that data security and privacy are maintained. Work with patent council, responsible for all IP from filing invention disclosures to patent prosecution for the business unit
Budget Management: Manage the budget for the science and technology department, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively and efficiently
Qualification
Required
PhD degree in a biomedical sciences discipline
Proven track record at the executive level leading scientific teams
Strong understanding of current and emerging technologies in life sciences tool space or in vitro diagnostics space
15+ years of experience in genomics, with proven experience in oligo chemistry/synthesis and genomics technologies (PCR, NGS, automation)
Experience with NPD product/process development and manufacture in a cGMP environment for RUO and IVD labelled products
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
Successfully published in the peer reviewed literature
Experience with IP management
Preferred
Knowledge in healthcare and diagnostics
Benefits
Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
Flexible work options
Pet Insurance for our furry friends
Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks
PTO that begins immediately
Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!
Company
LGC
We are a global leader in life science tools, partnering with customers to find solutions that diagnose, treat, feed and protect our growing population.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-11-21Acquired
Leadership Team
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