Innovation Product Manager - Gene Writing & Editing (GWE)

Innovation Product Manager – GWE

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is the leading manufacturer of custom oligonucleotides and proprietary technologies for genomics applications. Our work is complex and cutting-edge, and our team members are curious, creative thinkers who understand that good data drives smart decisions. At IDT, we realize that although science may be uniform, people are unique. We promote a culture where engaged people are motivated and have opportunities to achieve their full potential, as part of one global team.

IDT is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.

This position is part of the Gene Writing and Editing Business Unit and will be located on-site in Coralville, IA. This role’s focus will be on the CRISPR and Synthetic Biology markets. At IDT, we are one global team. We celebrate our differences, engage in healthy debate, and are inclusive. Together, we accomplish great things.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop business cases to initiate investment or change in behavior to achieve long-term revenue and margin growth objectives in your target market.

• Maintain complete customer insights through qualitative/quantitative market research and robust customer relationships.

• Develop and communicate product insights, positioning, and value proposition throughout the organization creating alignment around the goals.

• Serve as a subject matter expert for product lines and target markets/customers with regular analysis of trends, competitors, channels, standards, etc.

• Collaborate with Commercial Product Management to support lifecycle management decisions including product obsolescence and discontinuation. 

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business, life sciences, engineering or similar disciplines

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Product Management or Commercial departments or equivalent function -- or in scientific / R&D in Gene Editing or highly-related technical background, 5 years of experience preferred. May accept less experience with MBA/MSc/PhD degree.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience within Life Sciences or related scientific industry. Experience in synthetic biology, functional genomics, or gene editing markets preferred.

• Demonstrated success defining and launching excellent products.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Knowledge of CRISPR editing systems and/or synthetic biology solutions

• Ability to work and influence all levels of the organization from Senior Leaders, Functional Leaders to project managers and practitioners in all functional areas and gain followership

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills

• Advanced degrees (MS, MBA)

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. 

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