Biophysics Strategic Manager

NJ BIO INC•Princeton, NJ

32d•$110,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The Biophysics Strategic Manager has a background in life sciences and plays a crucial role in driving a company’s growth and profitability via the expansion of NJ Bio’s offerings to include biophysics and related technical capabilities. The candidate will conduct and/or manage laboratory experiments, build molecular models, and use advanced techniques to develop medicines and improve biotechnologies. They will help grow biophysics capabilities by seeking, managing and overseeing client relationships relating to their expertise. They will also oversee laboratory personnel, maintain safety standards, and ensure adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and Company Standard Operating Procedures as appropriate.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of protein expression, purification, QC, biophysics, structural biology, with proficiency in assessing protein folding, size, oligomerization, activity, thermal stability and developability profiling.
Demonstrated expertise in the use of biophysical methods (SPR, MST/SpS, DSF/nDSF, GCI, CD, DSC, NMR for characterization of biomolecular interactions of various therapeutic modalities (protein-small molecule conjugates, protein-protein, etc).
Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term business strategies.
Negotiation: Skilled in negotiating contracts and proposals with clients and service providers.
Communication: Strong interpersonal and effective communication skills for interacting with site personnel, clients, customers, and prospects.
Ability to perform work with high level accuracy and keen attention to detail.
Demonstrated willingness to learn and grow technical and business skills and abilities.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a team environment consisting of internal and external team members.
Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects.
PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, biophysics, structural biology or related life science discipline.
Minimum of 3+ years prior work experience, preferably in a CRO/CDMO or biotech/biopharma.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage a Biophysics-focused CDMO unit and facilitate its integration and collaboration within the existing NJ Bio business infrastructure.
Seek and build clientele for Biophysics and other NJ Bio offerings.
Provide strategic and technical oversite to all aspects of the new capability: initial client engagement, project strategy and literature review, experimental design and execution, data analysis and interpretation, and reporting.
Create workflows for extensive biophysical characterization of multiple therapeutic modalities including small molecules, peptides, fragments, biologics, and antibody-based molecules (antibodies, ADCs, bispecific antibodies, VHH nanobodies, etc).
Identify new opportunities: Exploration of markets, trends, clients and partnerships to find business growth opportunities.
Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and partners.
Support Business Development (Proposal Management) with the preparation of quotes and proposals.
Prepare scientific documents, presentations, and business development materials for trade shows and conferences.
Support Business Development team members with contracting, confidentiality, and related legal agreements, as needed.
Performs other related tasks and assignments as needed and specified by management.