Job Title: Associate Product Manager (Spatial Genomics)
Reports to: Director, Market Strategy NGS & Spatial Genomics
FLSA Class: Exempt
Learn more about our company and how we support you:
Takara Bio USA (TBUSA) empowers life science discovery. We bring innovation and inspiration to every scientist - promoting discoveries that improve health and the environment. We hold values that all employees and prospective candidates should demonstrate: Innovation, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, Growth, Diversity and Quality. We value helping employees develop their skills and you will be part of this journey!
At Takara Bio, we know that every experimental decision has an impact. Choices matter, from design to data analysis. We create best-in-class products that get the job done. In your hands, what do those research reagents and kits create? Something powerful: knowledge, understanding, and—often—hope! Together we can improve the human condition through biotechnology…and That's Good Science!
How this role drives the company forward:
The Associate Product Manager is a technical expert who assists in managing a portfolio of products through the product life cycle. This includes supporting the product launch process, working with senior marketing team members to develop launch plans and promotional activities to drive sales, and assisting in the development and delivery of technical trainings to our worldwide sales team. The Associate Product Manager will develop the necessary skills to appropriately position products, set pricing strategies, and effectively promote the sales of products in their area of responsibility. The Associate Product Manager must have a passion for learning, a strong technical understanding of the area of responsibility, be a good communicator, and have above average writing skills.
The Associate Product Manager role is office-based.
Approximately 5% travel may be required.
How you will make an impact:
The Associate Product Manager (Spatial Genomics) is a technical expert who assists in managing a portfolio of spatial genomics products through the product life cycle. This includes supporting the product launch process, working with senior marketing team members to develop launch plans and promotional activities to drive sales, and assisting in the development and delivery of technical trainings to our worldwide sales team. The Associate Product Manager will develop the necessary skills to appropriately position products, set pricing strategies, and effectively promote the sales of products in their area of responsibility. The Associate Product Manager must have a passion for learning, a strong technical understanding of the area of responsibility, be a good communicator, and have above average writing skills. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and success of innovative technologies in a rapidly evolving field.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the day-to-day management of the spatial genomics product portfolio.
- Support the implementation of tactical marketing plans.
- Participate in the creation of new content for the website.
- Help develop product positioning, messaging, and marketing collateral to conduct outbound marketing activities that promote our product portfolio.
- Learn how to analyze key performance metrics from marketing campaigns.
- Work with senior marketing members to launch new products and retire old products.
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
- Collaborate with senior marketing members to define product requirements, prioritize features, and support product roadmaps.
- Partner with R&D, operations, sales, and marketing teams to ensure successful product launches and ongoing support.
- Gather customer feedback and translate insights into actionable product improvements.
- Support internal training and presentations to enable sales and marketing teams.
- This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
How will you get here?
- Requires a Ph.D. in biological sciences or related discipline; M.S. will be considered.
- Requires minimum of 3 years postgraduate laboratory experience.
- Ability to present information with clear written and verbal communication skills is required.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office.
- Must be detail-oriented and have strong organizational and time management skills.
- The ability to work as part of a team is required.
You are amazing if you have:
- Hands-on experience with next-generation sequencing and spatial genomics techniques.
- Prior experience in marketing, field application science, technical support or related roles within the life sciences industry.
AAP/EEO Statement:
Takara Bio USA, Inc. does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
Additional Information about the role:
Please note this job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The US base salary range for this full-time position, expected to be located in San Jose, CA, is $125,000 - $135,000 USD. We may consider other candidates for this position with more experience and would expect the salary range to change accordingly. This range may be modified at any time at our sole discretion. This base salary does not include additional bonus compensation and benefits. Learn more about benefits at https://www.takarabio.com/about/careers/company-benefits. Individual compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including job-related skills, training, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.
