- A higher degree in the biosciences with at least 3 years' experience in a product management or product marketing role
- Knowledge & experience of methylation and epigenetics is highly desired
- Proven experience within the commercial omics sector, preferably within an NGS (Next-Generation Sequencing) focussed role supporting analysis software/informatics
The Team:
Cambridge Epigenetix (CEGX) has developed an exciting technology that combines the power of NGS with the ability to detect and analyse markers for epigenetics at the single nucleotide level. We’re moving to the next stage of our evolution by commercialising our first breakthrough product while developing key applications and markets. Our Commercial function is rapidly expanding to allow us to effectively engage with our early adopters and make their voice a key part of the product development process prior to product launch.
The Role:
As part of CEGX’s growth strategy, we’re looking for an experienced product manager and/or product marketer from the life sciences industry, with a solid genetics and/or epigenetics background. As part of the marketing organisation, you will partner with Software Product Management to shape the development & commercialisation of CEGXs product portfolio. This is a hands on, operational role with the potential to build and manage a team of product management staff in the near future. It’s a rare opportunity to get in at the ground level of a rapidly growing organisation, be part of the success story and share in the rewards.
Strategy:
Helping to define the product roadmap and Go-To-Market strategy and ensure this echoes our customer’s needs and requirements. This will involve creating a roadmap to success that can be communicated and delivered upon by the CEGX organisation.
Implementation:
Aligning portfolio plans with market need, you’ll be managing products through the product life cycle, creating pricing strategies & NPI forecasts, defining positioning and messaging, developing launch materials, nurturing customer relationships and enabling sales staff.
Voice of the customer:
Distilling & prioritising customer feedback to develop new products and key applications by providing curated, specific and clear user stories, product requirements and acceptance criteria.
Leadership:
You will be the subject matter expert for your product, application and market. For the right candidate, you will move on to build, develop and lead a team of product managers to nurture deep relationships with CEGX KOL’s and ultimately customer segments across the globe.
The Person:
The ideal candidate will have a blend of technical and commercial leadership and will be able to demonstrate expertise in marketing and product management from within the biotechnology industry sector. They should have proven experience with bioinformatics and genomic data sets. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to get in at the ground level of CEGX’s growth, who thrives on challenge and autonomy and ultimately wants to build and lead a world class Product Management team.
Qualifications/Experience:
- A higher degree in the biosciences with at least 3 years’ experience in a product management or product marketing role.
- Knowledge & experience of methylation and epigenetics is highly desired.
- Proven experience within the commercial omics sector, preferably within an NGS (Next-Generation Sequencing) focussed role supporting analysis software/informatics
Behaviours:
- Strategic thinker who is also happy to roll up their sleeves and make their ideas happen
- Can motivate and get the best out of individuals in a team, developing their strengths to foster a diverse and agile team
- Self-starter who enjoys taking ownership and can lead by example
- Technically curious and literate while demonstrating a keen customer focus
- Able to travel globally ~20% of time
This a brand new role for CEGX and a chance to be a key stone in CEGX’s commercial strategy and ultimate success. With high levels of visibility and autonomy, this role would suit a commercial leader who wants to make the experience in the omics sector count.
51-200 employees