Staff Scientist/Senior Manager, Biology

Maravai LifeSciences • San Diego, CA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Maravai LifeSciences is seeking a Staff Scientist/Senior Manager, Biology to join our R&D team. This role is responsible for providing strategic scientific and operational leadership for biology research, product development, technology innovation, and commercialization activities. The individual will lead R&D programs and scientific staff while serving as a key technical expert supporting product launches, customer engagements, technology transfer, intellectual property development, and cross-functional business initiatives. The Senior Manager, Biology will drive innovation, establish scientific direction, and ensure successful execution of projects aligned with organizational goals and growth objectives.

Requirements

• Ph.D. with 8+ years, M.S. with 12+ years, or B.S. with 15+ years of industry experience in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Biology, or a related scientific discipline preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing scientific teams, complex R&D programs, and cross-functional initiatives within biotechnology, life sciences, or related industries preferred.
• Strong scientific background in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, nucleic acid technologies, assay development, and biological product development.
• Experience with product development, technology transfer, process development, commercialization, manufacturing support, and innovation management.
• Experience supporting intellectual property development, patent filings, and scientific documentation preferred.
• Proven ability to develop strategy, manage multiple priorities, solve complex technical problems, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent leadership, project management, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with customers, external partners, and executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage biology research and development programs from concept through commercialization, ensuring alignment with company objectives and market needs.
• Develop and execute scientific strategies, technology roadmaps, and innovation initiatives to support new products, services, and platform technologies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop scientific staff while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and scientific excellence.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities, including resource planning, risk assessment, timelines, budgets, and achievement of key milestones.
• Serve as a senior technical resource for customer interactions, scientific collaborations, product applications, and resolution of complex technical and product-related issues.
• Design, oversee, and review experimental plans, data analysis, technical reports, and scientific presentations; drive troubleshooting, root-cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead technology transfer activities and support process development, scale-up, validation, and implementation of new products and processes.
• Support intellectual property development through innovation initiatives, invention disclosures, patent filings, and competitive technology assessments.
• Monitor scientific, technical, regulatory, and industry trends to identify strategic opportunities and maintain the company's competitive position.
• Represent the company at customer meetings, scientific conferences, industry events, and external collaborations.
• Perform other functions and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Opportunity to be a part owner in Maravai through RSU grants and optional employee stock purchase plans.
• Comprehensive medical plans and HSA/FSA options.
• Fertility & family planning assistance.
• A variety of additional optional benefits and insurance options, including pet insurance.
• Retirement contributions.
• Holidays & Paid Time Off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior