Gene Targeting Scientist/Project Manager

Hyper Recruitment Solutions; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is seeking a Senior Scientist/Senior Project Manager for our client’s Gene Targeting and Genetically Engineered Models department in Massachusetts. The role is onsite and leads gene-targeting and genome-editing projects from design to model production, validation and application.

You will combine a strong scientific background with proven project and product management skills, support business development, provide technical direction to academic and industry

Qualifications

• Degree or higher in a biomedical science field.
• Experience with gene-editing technologies (CRISPR/Cas9) and project management.
• Experience with rodent and cell models; in vitro/in vivo pharmacology preferred.
• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English; PMP advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead gene-targeting and genome-editing projects from design to model production, validation and application.
• Design and evaluate targeting strategies for external partners and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Support business development, sales, and lead-to-contract processes with clients.

Skills

CRISPR/Cas9 expertise

Project management

Client engagement

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a biomedical science

Tools

PMP certification

Job description

Role Overview

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Scientist/Senior Project Manager to join our client’s Gene Targeting and Genetically Engineered Models department within a leading biotechnology organisation. This fully onsite role will involve leading gene-targeting and genome-editing projects from initial design through model production, validation and application. The successful candidate will combine a strong scientific background with proven project and product management capabilities, providing technical expertise to academic and industry clients while supporting business development, customer engagement and the launch of innovative cell and animal models.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead gene-targeting and genome-editing projects, developing executable strategies and overseeing model production, validation and application.
• Design and evaluate targeting strategies for external academic and industry partners, working collaboratively with cross-functional design and production teams.
• Support the Business Development and Sales teams with client engagement, project planning, technical training and the lead-to-contract conversion process.
• Research customer needs, market trends and competitor offerings to develop value propositions, marketing materials and new cell and animal model opportunities.
• As the Senior Scientist/Senior Project Manager you will manage project activities, communicate progress and technical decisions to clients, coordinate delivery and provide post-sale technical support.

Role Requirements

• A Degree or higher level in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biotechnology, Pharmacology, Immunology, Cancer Biology or a related biomedical science field.
• Proven experience with gene-editing technologies, including hands-on expertise in CRISPR/Cas9-based gene editing, together with project management experience; traditional embryonic stem cell-based gene editing would be advantageous.
• Extensive research experience using rodent and cell models, with exposure to in vitro and in vivo pharmacology and efficacy studies preferred.
• Strong analytical, organisational, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions, manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively; fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English is required, while PMP certification would be advantageous.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• The opportunity to lead innovative gene-targeting and genetically engineered model projects from concept through to delivery.
• A varied position combining scientific leadership, project management, client engagement and product development.
• The chance to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and provide technical direction to academic and industry clients.
• The opportunity to contribute to the development, launch and ongoing improvement of cell and animal model products.

Key Words: Senior Scientist / Senior Project Manager / Gene Targeting / Genome Editing / CRISPR-Cas9 / Genetically Engineered Models / Molecular Biology / Project Management / Cell Models / Rodent Models / Biotechnology / Product Development / Client Engagement / Mandarin Chinese / English

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements.