Senior Microbiology R&D Leader — Diagnostics

Neogen; Oakdale (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Neogen seeks a Senior Research Manager, Microbiology R&D in Oakdale, MN to lead a team of scientists developing and supporting microbiological diagnostic products, including culture-based thin film media and molecular assays.

You will set priorities, allocate resources, drive translation to manufacturing, quality, and regulatory, and guide strategy across new product development, process scale-up, tech transfer and sustaining initiatives.

Qualifications

• PhD in Food Science, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field with at least eight years of relevant industry experience.
• 5+ years of industry experience with food microbiology, biochemistry and molecular biology.
• Extensive experience with BSL1 and BSL2 cultures, enrichment methods and microbial detection.
• Broad experience in microbiological diagnostic product development, including culture based thin film media, molecular diagnostic assays, or diagnostic consumables.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop high-performing team of scientists for work supporting prioritized business efforts and champion career development for direct reports.
• Guide the team in assessing and developing technical solutions using analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Support new product development while also working on process development improvements with cross-functional teams in R&D and the manufacturing plants.
• Represent the organization at scientific conferences, industry meetings, and technical forums to promote scientific leadership and maintain awareness of emerging trends.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

PhD in Microbiology or related field

Job description

Neogen seeks a Senior Research Manager, Microbiology R&D in Oakdale, MN to lead a team of scientists developing and supporting microbiological diagnostic products, including culture-based thin film media and molecular assays.

You will set priorities, allocate resources, drive translation to manufacturing, quality, and regulatory, and guide strategy across new product development, process scale-up, tech transfer and sustaining initiatives.