Sr/Staff Product Manager - Assays & Applications

Countable Labs • Palo Alto, CA

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About The Position

About Countable Labs At Countable Labs (formerly Enumerix), we’re reimagining the future of genomics—and we’d love for you to be a part of it! As the innovators behind our groundbreaking Countable PCR platform, we’re building tools that make a real impact in precision medicine. We’re a fast-growing startup fueled by innovation, collaboration, and a mission-driven spirit. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, build something from the ground up, and help shape the future of genomics, we want you on our team! Role overview We are seeking a Senior/Staff Product Manager to lead product strategy, development, and lifecycle management for Countable PCR’s reagents and assay portfolio. The ideal candidate combines deep molecular biology expertise with a strong understanding of the clinical diagnostics and molecular testing markets, and thrives at the intersection of science, product, and business. This is a cross-functional, high-impact role dedicated to shaping the future of Countable PCR’s reagents ecosystem, driving adoption through product innovation, and enabling the success of both our customers and our internal teams.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related field; MBA a plus.
• 7+ years of experience in product management or product development within molecular diagnostics, life sciences tools, or assay development.
• Hands-on expertise in assay design, reagent formulation, and molecular workflows.
• Familiarity with the clinical diagnostics market, including regulatory considerations (IVD, LDTs, CLIA labs).
• Experience managing external collaborations or partnerships for assay development or validation.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across scientific, commercial, and executive teams.
• Strong attention to details, able to see and integrate assay and reagent products that work seamlessly with our instrument and software ecosystems.
• Collaborative mindset, with a track record of enabling product marketing and commercial teams to succeed.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment.
• Willingness to travel 10-20% for partner collaborations, customer visits, and conferences.

Responsibilities

• Own the product roadmap for Countable PCR reagents and assays, from concept through commercialization.
• Define and maintain product requirements grounded in customer needs, market trends, and competitive insights.
• Drive product development process (PDP) in partnership with R&D scientists and engineers to ensure on-time, high quality launches and deliver products that customers need.
• Collaborate closely with quality and operations teams to ensure compliance, scalability, and reliable supply of reagents.
• Lead forecasting, pricing, and margin analysis in collaboration with finance and commercial leadership.
• Develop and own the naming and positioning of reagent and assay products, working closely with product marketing to ensure clear, differentiated messaging.
• Lead collaborations with academic, clinical, and industrial partners to co-develop and validate new assays and applications.
• Support field adoption by developing training, technical content, and customer-facing resources.
• Track product performance, customer satisfaction, and market dynamics to inform continuous improvement and next-gen product planning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees