What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Metabolic Engineering position at ClinLab Staffing?
Director of Metabolic Engineering
Morrisville, NC
We are seeking a Director of Metabolic Engineering to lead research efforts focused on engineering microbial strains for the production of a wide variety of products. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in both Strain Engineering and Metabolic Engineering within microbial hosts, along with expertise in preparing and executing technical plans. Strong leadership skills and experience managing R&D teams and projects are essential. This position reports to the VP of Bioengineering.
Responsibilities
- Manage the 10-member Metabolic Engineering team.
- Collaborate with the VP of Bioengineering and other leadership to design and implement processes for continuous improvement in product development.
- Prepare, execute, and oversee technical plans.
- Evaluate experimental designs for technical soundness and alignment with company objectives.
- Provide coaching to team members on experimental design and data analysis.
- Maintain the quality of processes and methods within the technology team, ensuring data quality, document management, and access.
- Participate in project team meetings as a technical expert.
- Work closely with the Project Management Office to ensure task completion and alignment with overall objectives.
- Ensure that the scientific team remains focused on key deliverables, maintaining a clear vision and timeline for project milestones.
- Participate in evaluating new product opportunities and assessing technical risks.
Required Qualifications
