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Vice President, General Manager of Laboratory Services
Billerica, MA
Quanterix is revolutionizing biomarker analysis to advance precision health, leveraging Simoa technology for ultra-sensitive protein detection. This transformative technology aims to enable earlier disease detection, better prognoses, and precise treatments, with goal of significantly improving quality of life and longevity. We are on a mission to change the way in which healthcare is provided by giving researchers the ability to closely examine the continuum from health to disease.
To make this vision a reality, we brought together the most experienced management team, renowned scientists, industry leading investors and expert advisors, to form a collaborative ecosystem, united through the common goal of advancing the science of precision health.
Role Summary
The Vice President, General Manager of Laboratory Services is responsible for strategy and business expansion of research and clinical testing services in support of Quanterix’s mission to advance precision medicine via proprietary ultrasensitive immunoassay technology. Partner with the Commercial organization, own the P&L, lead a team of 40 and drive revenue to impact the business. Our VP, GM of Laboratory Services will be responsible for end-to-end implementation and execution of clinical and research services. Defines organizational structure, staffing/capacity plans, reporting structures, standard operating procedures, and communication plan.
What You’ll Do
WHAT WE’LL EXPECT FROM YOU:
WHY YOU’LL LIKE WORKING FOR US:
From discovery to diagnostics, Quanterix’s ultrasensitive biomarker detection is fueling breakthroughs only made possible through its unparalleled sensitivity and flexibility. Simoa® technology has delivered the gold standard for earlier biomarker detection in blood, serum or plasma, with the ability to quantify proteins that are far lower than the Level of Quantification (LoQ). Our industry-leading precision instruments, digital immunoassay technology and CLIA-certified Accelerator laboratory have supported research that advances disease understanding and management in neurology, oncology, immunology, cardiology, and infectious disease.
Our Commitment To Employees
At Quanterix, our values are based on: Team, Innovation, Customer and Owner.
Team: Challenge assumptions, not the person. Respect diversity of thought and hold ourselves to lofty standards
Innovation: Stay curious, experiment, create and change
Customer: Prioritize and celebrate these pioneers by doing our best to deliver on commitments
Owner: Act with high integrity and in the best interest of Quanterix. Take measured risks and learn from their success and failures.
We reward and recognize our employees by offering competitive compensation and a 401k plan with employer match, as well as competitive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. We also offer an unlimited vacation policy to all exempt employees, and a generous PTO policy for non-exempt employees. All employees are eligible for equity, employee stock purchase plan, a performance bonus, and 1:1 financial counseling/planning. We also offer Tuition Assistance. We have a free, state-of-the-art onsite fitness center for all employees. To keep you fueled up, we provide onsite employees free snacks and drinks every day!
Diverse & Inclusive Workplace
Quanterix is committed to a Diverse and Inclusive workplace. We strive to recruit candidates who will bring inclusive mindsets and contribute to our values.
Quanterix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Quanterix will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Billerica, MA
Quanterix is revolutionizing biomarker analysis to advance precision health, leveraging Simoa technology for ultra-sensitive protein detection. This transformative technology aims to enable earlier disease detection, better prognoses, and precise treatments, with goal of significantly improving quality of life and longevity. We are on a mission to change the way in which healthcare is provided by giving researchers the ability to closely examine the continuum from health to disease.
To make this vision a reality, we brought together the most experienced management team, renowned scientists, industry leading investors and expert advisors, to form a collaborative ecosystem, united through the common goal of advancing the science of precision health.
Role Summary
The Vice President, General Manager of Laboratory Services is responsible for strategy and business expansion of research and clinical testing services in support of Quanterix’s mission to advance precision medicine via proprietary ultrasensitive immunoassay technology. Partner with the Commercial organization, own the P&L, lead a team of 40 and drive revenue to impact the business. Our VP, GM of Laboratory Services will be responsible for end-to-end implementation and execution of clinical and research services. Defines organizational structure, staffing/capacity plans, reporting structures, standard operating procedures, and communication plan.
What You’ll Do
- Achieve Laboratory Services goals included in Quanterix Annual Operating Plan
- Create and execute multi-year vision and strategy map for program development, including expansion of research services, laboratory infrastructure and clinical test development
- Develop organization: recruit appropriate staff, add skills to address gaps to support growth, build strong team environment
- Lead Total Quality Management practice, and achieve/maintain required state and federal licenses including CLIA, CAP accreditation, ISO 15189 Clinical Laboratory accreditation, NYS lab Accreditation
- Work closely with Commercial team and customers to understand project background and provide technical support to team members. Provide regular updates to customers and review all data (e.g. presentations, final reports) before delivered externally
- Collaborate with Assay Development and Manufacturing programs and other business units to assure necessary materials and systems are available for client projects.
- Ensure that all personnel are competent to perform their assigned activities; ensure employee alignment with corporate objectives and project priorities to achieve quarterly revenue; conduct management reviews
- Prepare and plan annual operating budgets and capital budgets.
WHAT WE’LL EXPECT FROM YOU:
- Advanced degree
- 10 years of experience in clinical and/or research labs
- Experience leading in a customer-facing, revenue-generating role
- Experience working in a regulated laboratory services and quality management
- Experience in laboratory financial management, budget planning and financial compliance
- Ph D in life sciences or related field
- Track record of growing a business unit and expanding service offerings
- Demonstrated critical thinker with the ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams
- Excellent technical writing and oral communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives
- Self-motivated with critical eye for detail a must
- Experience building financial models that incorporate unit sales, margin, OPEX, IRR and NPV
- Demonstrated effectiveness in marketing, product management, and / or strategy roles including leading market analysis, strategic planning, and new product development and commercialization required
WHY YOU’LL LIKE WORKING FOR US:
From discovery to diagnostics, Quanterix’s ultrasensitive biomarker detection is fueling breakthroughs only made possible through its unparalleled sensitivity and flexibility. Simoa® technology has delivered the gold standard for earlier biomarker detection in blood, serum or plasma, with the ability to quantify proteins that are far lower than the Level of Quantification (LoQ). Our industry-leading precision instruments, digital immunoassay technology and CLIA-certified Accelerator laboratory have supported research that advances disease understanding and management in neurology, oncology, immunology, cardiology, and infectious disease.
Our Commitment To Employees
At Quanterix, our values are based on: Team, Innovation, Customer and Owner.
Team: Challenge assumptions, not the person. Respect diversity of thought and hold ourselves to lofty standards
Innovation: Stay curious, experiment, create and change
Customer: Prioritize and celebrate these pioneers by doing our best to deliver on commitments
Owner: Act with high integrity and in the best interest of Quanterix. Take measured risks and learn from their success and failures.
We reward and recognize our employees by offering competitive compensation and a 401k plan with employer match, as well as competitive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. We also offer an unlimited vacation policy to all exempt employees, and a generous PTO policy for non-exempt employees. All employees are eligible for equity, employee stock purchase plan, a performance bonus, and 1:1 financial counseling/planning. We also offer Tuition Assistance. We have a free, state-of-the-art onsite fitness center for all employees. To keep you fueled up, we provide onsite employees free snacks and drinks every day!
Diverse & Inclusive Workplace
Quanterix is committed to a Diverse and Inclusive workplace. We strive to recruit candidates who will bring inclusive mindsets and contribute to our values.
Quanterix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Quanterix will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
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