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Director, Product Management

Watchmaker Genomics · Boulder, CO (preferred) or remote · Remote

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About Watchmaker Genomics

Watchmaker Genomics: High-performance NGS library prep and engineered enzymes. Maximize sensitivity and sequencing economy for clinical and translational research. Backed by Eclipse Ventures.

About the role

Watchmaker Genomics is seeking a strategic and commercially minded Director of Product Management to lead product strategy across our next-generation sequencing (NGS), molecular diagnostics (MDx), and enzyme portfolios. This role will guide portfolio investments, product development, and lifecycle strategies to drive innovation and sustainable growth, reporting to the VP of Marketing. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • MS degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or a related scientific discipline required, PhD or MBA preferred
  • 15+ years of relevant industry experience in genomics, or molecular diagnostics
  • 5+ years of product management experience, including demonstrated ownership of product strategy, roadmaps, and commercial performance
  • 5+ years of people management experience, with a proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor Product Managers
  • Demonstrated success bringing innovative life science products from concept through commercialization and lifecycle management
  • Demonstrated commercial and financial acumen, including experience with business case development, pricing strategies, revenue forecasting, and product profitability
More about this role

Position: Director, Product Management

Position Type: Full-time

Experience: MS degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or a related scientific discipline required; PhD or MBA preferred. 15+ years of relevant industry experience in life sciences, biotechnology, genomics, or molecular diagnostics. 5+ years of product management experience, including demonstrated ownership of product strategy, roadmaps, and commercial performance. 5+ years of people management experience, with a proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor Product Managers.

Watchmaker Genomics is seeking a strategic and commercially minded Director of Product Management to lead product strategy across our next-generation sequencing (NGS), molecular diagnostics (MDx), and enzyme portfolios. This role will guide portfolio investments, product development, and lifecycle strategies to drive innovation and sustainable growth, reporting to the VP of Marketing.

The Director will lead and develop a team of Product Managers while partnering closely with R&D, Commercial, Marketing, and executive leadership to align customer needs, market opportunities, and business priorities. The ideal candidate combines strong...

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