Research Director, R&D Strategy & Innovation Lead

Gables Search Group; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite role in Rockville, MD

Job summary

Gables Search Group is seeking a Research Director to lead day-to-day scientific direction and a 20+ member team across molecular biology and related disciplines in an onsite Rockville, MD setting.

The role emphasizes integration of computational methods, development of novel assays, and strategic R&D planning to translate research into market-ready diagnostics. Strong leadership and communication to engage bench scientists and executives are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD required in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Structural Biology, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated success leading and developing scientific teams.
• Hands-on experience with nucleic acid technologies including detection and amplification platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead with senior R&D leadership; accountable for day-to-day scientific direction and team performance.
• Direct, mentor, and develop a 20+ person research team across molecular biology and related disciplines.
• Integrate computational approaches to enhance research outcomes and accelerate discovery.
• Drive development and optimization of novel assays focused on innovation and differentiation.
• Contribute to long-range R&D strategy, portfolio prioritization, and resource planning.
• Partner cross-functionally with Product Development, Commercialization, and Regulatory Affairs to translate research into market-ready diagnostic solutions.
• Represent the R&D function at senior leadership level and externally with key scientific partners.

Skills

Molecular biology

Team leadership

Computational biology

Assay development

Nucleic acid tech

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Molecular Biology or related field

Tools

DNA/RNA detection platforms

Amplification platforms

Oligonucleotide-based assays

Job description

Gables Search Group is seeking a Research Director to lead day-to-day scientific direction and a 20+ member team across molecular biology and related disciplines in an onsite Rockville, MD setting.

The role emphasizes integration of computational methods, development of novel assays, and strategic R&D planning to translate research into market-ready diagnostics. Strong leadership and communication to engage bench scientists and executives are essential.