R&D Manager

Job Title: R&D Manager
Location: Cambridge
We are working with an established diagnostic and research support company seeking a proactive and passionate R&D Manager to join their Research & Development team based in Cambridge. As the R&D Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing and guiding the team through new product development projects, process improvements, and customer support functions.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Scientists and Researchers.
• Ensure team productivity, motivation, and adherence to objectives.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance evaluations.
• Provide insight to product design and manufacturing.
• Maintain accurate documentation and lab records.
• Introduce innovative technologies and make informed recommendations.
• Manage project scopes, resources, and budgets effectively.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 13485 standards.

Requirements:
Essential:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a biological-related discipline, with significant post-qualification experience.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in people management.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and mentor a team of scientists.
• Thorough understanding of product design control and ISO 13485 regulations.
• Extensive experience in molecular biology techniques such as FISH, PCR, DNA manipulation, and fluorescent labelling.
• Previous work in a regulated, diagnostic environment.
• Strong project management skills.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with DNA analysis software tools such as BLAST/BLAT and sequence searching methods.
• Comprehensive knowledge of genomic principles and databases.
• Additional management experience preferred.
• Experience in ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 compliant environments, including participation in audits.

If you are ready to make a significant impact in a research environment and possess the skills and qualifications outlined above, I encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.