Director, Molecular R&D (Real-Time PCR and System Integration)

Company: Grifols, S.A
Location: San Diego
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Director, Molecular R&D (Real-Time PCR and System Integration)Location: CA-San Diego, USContract Type: Regular Full-TimeArea: Research & DevelopmentWould you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.SummaryGrifols Diagnostic is seeking a Director, Molecular R&D to lead the Research and Development efforts and projects in San Diego, CA. The Director, Molecular R&D is responsible for leading a group of Research Associates/Scientists working on complex projects in support of the research and/or product development goals and corporate strategy. This role focuses on one area of R&D comprising related projects.To be successful in this role, we are seeking individuals with extensive experience with real-time PCR assay development, system integration, and IVD experience from development to commercialization.Responsibilities

• Manage groups of scientists responsible for different projects who represent R&D on Core Teams.
• Represents R&D on Core Teams for complex product development projects or in support of on-market products.
• May be called on to represent the Company at conferences (presenting or attending) or with regulatory bodies.
• Manage a portion of the overall R&D budget in line with corporate guidelines.
• Seen as a leader by effectively managing junior level employees and communicating and collaborating with colleagues at all levels and in all departments of the organization.
• Provides guidance to other departments to ensure success of product launch and on-market products.
• Interacts with upper management in communicating project status, issues and resourcing.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a group of diverse individuals to move projects forward.
  • Demonstrated results in research, applied research and/or product development with product launch experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to resolve complex technical issues.
  • Build realistic plans.
  • Promote teamwork.
  • Share the vision.
  • Make sound decisions.Education
    • PhD Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field and 5-7 years of industrial experience.
    • MS Molecular Biology, Chemistry or related field and 9-11 years of laboratory experience post-MS without thesis (8-10 years with thesis).
    • BA/BS Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field and 10-12 years of post-baccalaureate laboratory experience.Experience
      • Project or technical leadership experience required. Supervisory or management experience preferred.
      • Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of the following experience:
        • Managing groups of scientists responsible for different projects who represent R&D on Core Teams.
        • Representing R&D on Core Teams for complex product development projects or in support of on-market products.
        • Experience with molecular assay/instrument integration (from early prototypes/breadboards to commercial launch of the platform).
        • Representing the Company at conferences (presenting or attending) or with regulatory bodies.
        • Managing a portion of the overall R&D budget in line with corporate guidelines.
        • Must be viewed as a leader based on effectively managing junior level employees and communicating and collaborating with colleagues at all levels and in all departments of the organization.
        • Providing guidance to other departments to ensure success of product launch and on-market products.
        • Interacting with upper management in communicating project status, issues and resourcing.EquivalencyDepending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.PayScaleThe estimated pay scale for this Director, Molecular R&D role based in San Diego, CA, is $194,085 to 242,606 per year. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 30% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement.
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