Head of Regional Business Management: Microbiology, Microbiome, Research – EMEA

QIAGEN; España; Presencial; EUR 90.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

QIAGEN is seeking a Head of Regional Business Management in Spain to lead strategic sales and market development for advanced molecular research applications. The successful candidate will combine deep scientific expertise with a strong business acumen, driving initiatives in microbiology and microbiome research, and engaging with key opinion leaders and partners in the field.

Servicios

Collaborative and engaging workplace

Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity

Formación

• Strong experience in sales and market strategy within microbiology or related fields.
• Deep scientific knowledge in molecular biology or genomics.
• Proven ability to engage KOLs and research partners.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement sales strategies for QIAcuity and QIAseq products.
• Build relationships with KOLs and research institutions.
• Analyze market trends to identify growth opportunities.

Conocimientos

Sales Strategy

Stakeholder Engagement

Market Analysis

Team Leadership

Educación

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, or Genomics

Descripción del empleo

At the heart of QIAGEN’s business is a vision to make improvements in life possible.

We are on an exciting mission to make a real difference in science and healthcare. We are still the entrepreneurial company we started out as and have today achieved a size where we can bring our full power to many initiatives and to our presence across the globe.

Our most valuable asset are our employees – around 6000 in over 35 locations around the world. Our ambition is to ensure we have outstanding and passionate people working in the best teams and we are constantly looking for new talent to join us.

There are few players who have shaped the world of modern science and healthcare as much as QIAGEN, and we have only just started.

If you are looking to advance your career, are seeking new challenges and opportunities, enjoy working in dynamic, international and diverse teams and want to make a real impact on people’s lives, then QIAGEN is where you need to be.

Join us. At QIAGEN, you make a difference every day.

Position Description

The Head of Regional Business Management : Microbiology, Microbiome, Research leads regional strategy, sales execution, and market development for QIAcuity dPCR and QIAseq NGS kits across microbiology, microbiome, and broader research applications. This role drives commercial success by developing targeted strategies, engaging key opinion leaders (KOLs), and fostering partnerships with research institutions, academia, and industry stakeholders. The ideal candidate combines deep scientific knowledge with business acumen to position the company as a leader in advanced molecular research.

Key responsibilities :

• Strategic Sales Execution : Develop and implement sales strategies for QIAcuity dPCR and QIAseq NGS kits, ensuring alignment with business objectives and revenue targets across microbiology, microbiome, and research segments.
• Scientific & Product Expertise : Drive adoption of Sample-to-Insight workflows, differentiate solutions for microbial detection, microbiome profiling, and advanced research applications.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships : Build and maintain relationships with KOLs, research institutions, academic labs, and industry partners to strengthen market presence.
• Market Intelligence & Growth : Analyze product usage, competitive landscape, and market trends to identify opportunities for expansion and differentiation in microbiology and research.
• Cross-Functional Leadership & Training : Lead strategic projects, support customer collaborations, and oversee internal training to enhance team expertise in dPCR and NGS applications for microbiology and research. Line management of a small team.

Position Requirements

• Strong experience in sales, business development, or market strategy within microbiology, microbiome, or related research fields.
• Deep scientific knowledge in molecular biology, microbiology, or genomics, with the ability to translate complex data into strategic decisions.
• Proven ability to engage KOLs, academic leaders, and research stakeholders to drive market influence.
• Track record of line managing cross-functional teams and executing high-impact projects.
• Advanced degree (Ph.D., MD, or equivalent) preferred; business experience in dPCR and NGS required.
• Based in Europe with availability and willingness to travel approximately 60% across the EMEA region.

This is a high-impact leadership role for a strategic thinker passionate about advancing microbiology, microbiome research, and molecular science with QIAcuity dPCR and QIAseq NGS solutions.

What we offer

At the heart of QIAGEN are our people who drive our success. We act with passion, always challenging the status quo to drive innovation and continuous improvement. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We create a collaborative, safe and engaging workplace which forms the basis for high performing individuals and teams. We drive accountability and entrepreneurial decision-making and want you to excel your growth and shape the future of QIAGEN.

QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.