Director of R&D – Molecular Biology

Job DescriptionJob Title: Director of R&D – Molecular BiologyJob Location: Fremont, CAStatus: Full-time employeeSalary Range: $130K to $160KPosition SummaryWe are seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of R&D – Molecular Biology to lead and expand our research and development programs. This role is ideal for an experienced leader with deep technical expertise in molecular biology, assay development, and nucleic acid technologies. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists and research associates, oversee complex product development pipelines, and drive strategic innovation from concept through commercialization.

Key ResponsibilitiesScientific & Technical LeadershipDrive R&D strategy in molecular biology, including nucleic acid amplification, target enrichment, and library preparationLead the development of innovative molecular assays, platforms, and products for NGS, PCR, or CRISPR applicationsStay current with emerging technologies, trends, and scientific advancementsResearch related to NGS applications. Maintain a high level of expertise in this area to provide support to the broader scientific teamTake accountability for delivering quality results on time and in a highly ethical and professional manner.

Implement project plans and oversee their executionParticipate in internal scientific seminars and may represent company/division through talks, tutorials, and publicationsTransfer new products and processes to ManufacturingSupport product launch activities and perform on-market product and manufacturing troubleshooting with strong “customer-first” mind setMaintain in-depth knowledge of relevant fields and techniques relevant to the NGS business unitTeam ManagementHire, mentor, and manage a high-performing R&D team (scientists, associates, and engineers)Establish clear goals, foster cross-functional collaboration, and ensure scientific rigor and execution excellenceProvide technical oversight, guidance, and troubleshooting support across projectsProgram Oversight & InnovationDevelop and execute strategic R&D roadmaps aligned with company goalsOversee experimental design, data analysis, and validation for new product initiativesCollaborate closely with Product Management, Marketing, Operations, and Quality teams to ensure successful product launchesProcess & ComplianceEnsure all research and development activities follow regulatory, safety, and quality standardsEstablish and maintain SOPs, project documentation, and performance metricsContribute to intellectual property development and scientific publicationsRequirementsEducationPh.

D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Biotechnology, or related discipline.

ExperienceMinimum 10 years of experience in molecular biology R&D, with 5+ years in leadership rolesProven track record of leading product development in the life sciences or diagnostics industryDeep knowledge of NGS workflows, PCR, qPCR, synthetic biology, or CRISPR-based technologiesStrong knowledge and skills in molecular biology (including DNA, RNA and protein handling, PCR, qPCR, quantification methods) and relevant scientific fieldsSkills & CompetenciesStrong knowledge and skills in molecular biology (including DNA, RNA and protein handling, PCR, qPCR, quantification methods) and relevant scientific fields with direct research experience with NGSDemonstrate mastery of laboratory methods and show ability to develop new methodsAdvanced data analysis is a plusIndustrial experience in Product Development is a plus.

Ability to analyze experimental data and effectively explain conclusions.

Ability to design and execute follow-up experiments independentlyAbility to use word processing, graphing, presentation and spreadsheet programs effectivelyDemonstrate effective communication skills through formal and informal discussions with peers, supervisor, and teamDemonstrate resourcefulness and the ability to identify and solve difficult and complex multi-factorial problemsAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a teamMust be tolerant to change, ready to take on new challenges and open to learning new skillsMust be organized and keep clear records of experiments and dataExceptional problem-solving, experimental design, and data interpretation skillsStrong project management and strategic planning abilitiesEffective communicator with experience working across interdisciplinary teamsPassion for innovation and scientific excellenceADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Paragon Genomics Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. Please review our Job Applicant Privacy Policy at http:

//www. paragongenomics. com/job-privacy-policy/ for information about how your personal data is processed and stored. About Company: Headquartered in Fremont, CA, Paragon Genomics is a dynamic and growing company developing and commercializing breakthrough target enrichment solutions for Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS). We are building a team of talented scientists, engineers and business professionals that thrive in a collaborative entrepreneurial environment. Our patented CleanPlex® technology solves the urgent throughput and efficiency bottlenecks of NGS target enrichment workflow and is applicable to many fast-growing markets in the genomics space.

The Company was selected by a distinguished panel into the California Life Science Association F. A. S. T. Program in March 2016 and was accepted into the prestigious Stanford StartX Medicine Accelerator Program in September 2016. Paragon Genomics offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, flexible spending account, 401K, paid time off, and stock optionsPowered by JazzHRlxdE0Beb1O