Project Leader Sequencing Solutions

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The Position

Project Leader Sequencing Solution

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a strategic, collaborative, and inspiring leader to join our Sequencing Solution as the leader of defined project teams and a core member of the corresponding Life Cycle Team (LCT). You will be leading projects and development for the newly launched AXELIOS platform and shape the future of the product portfolio.

You will have the opportunity to provide cross-functional leadership to global project teams from project initiation to Launch Decision (LD) and execute tailored product development strategy aligned with Life Cycle Team objectives.  You will develop strategic options according to the principles of time, cost, and risk and addresses technical, regulatory, business, and operational needs. You will facilitate and drive team debate and discussion around key issues that determine product quality, functionality, or schedule and decide on system development pathways in accordance with cross-functional evaluation and risk assessment.  You will deliver a seamless transition into later stages of development by ensuring early planning and cross-functional involvement/communication in the early product development strategy. You will monitor team performance and coach and develop individual members.  

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

• Visionary Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and align global cross-functional teams using VACC (Visionary, Architect, Catalyst, Coach) leadership to foster an agile, high-performing culture.

• Global Strategy & Execution: Set clear direction for global product development strategies from project initiation through Launch Decision (LD), driving ambitious milestones and life cycle transition plans.

• Strategic Scenarios & Innovation: Guide the team in developing innovative scenarios and alternative options (balancing cost, time, risk, and benefit) while encouraging unconventional ideas and constructive challenge.

• Collaborative Decision-Making: Foster an environment that promotes open debate and diverse perspectives to deliver fact-based, transparent recommendations for key decision points.

• Co-Development & Partnerships: Serve as the primary contact for co-development projects, balancing the strategic needs of internal stakeholders (LCT/LCL/SPC) and external partners.

• Resource & Capacity Management: Partner with functional leads to optimize team composition, secure necessary resource allocations, resolve bottlenecks, and address gaps.

• Budget & Milestone Accountability: Take full ownership of project budgets, timelines, and key milestones to drive overall performance and value.

• Risk Management: Proactively identify project risks and lead the development and execution of feasible, innovative de-risking strategies.

• People Development: Coach, mentor, and provide ongoing performance feedback to team members to build capability and support continuous professional growth.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or relevant field

• 8+ years of project management experience, with demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional programs

• Track record of delivering programs on time and within budget

Preferred Qualifications:

• Deep experience within the field of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), with over 10+ years in the field of NGS and/or molecular biology field.  

• Strong matrix leadership skills with experience in building and developing highly effective teams                               

• Strong change management skills                               

• Ability to resolve conflicts and adapt to change                            

• Strong results driven mindset