Product Manager- Assay Kits

We’re supporting a rapidly growing life sciences tools company that has developed a cutting-edge molecule detection platform. Backed by strong academic origins and recent commercial traction, they are now expanding into a portfolio of high-sensitivity in-solution assay kits aimed at pharmaceutical and research markets.

The company is seeking a Product Manager (Assay Kits) to lead the definition, development, and launch of this new product line. This is an end-to-end product ownership role — ideal for someone who enjoys operating at the intersection of science, strategy, and execution.

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The Role

The Product Manager will take ownership of the full product lifecycle — from concept through to market launch and ongoing optimisation. The role connects scientific, commercial, and operational functions, translating customer needs and market insights into viable, manufacturable assay products.

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Key Responsibilities

1. Product Definition & Strategy

• Define the vision, roadmap, and positioning for the assay kit portfolio.

• Translate customer and market needs into precise technical and performance specifications.

• Prioritise development programs based on market opportunity and scientific impact.

• Balance innovation with scalability and operational feasibility.

2. Cross-functional Coordination

• Act as the bridge between R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Commercial teams.

• Manage development milestones: feasibility, optimisation, validation, and transfer to manufacturing.

• Ensure alignment with regulatory and quality standards.

3. Market Insight & Customer Engagement

• Engage with pharmaceutical and academic partners to understand assay requirements and emerging applications.

• Conduct market and competitive analyses to shape product strategy.

• Identify new assay opportunities leveraging single-molecule and ultra-sensitive detection technologies.

4. Product Launch & Lifecycle Management

• Lead validation and go-to-market planning.

• Develop positioning, technical documentation, and training materials.

• Monitor product performance post-launch and drive iterative improvements.

5. Documentation & Compliance

• Own product specifications and design history documentation.

• Ensure full compliance with internal quality systems and audit readiness.

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Essential Experience

• MSc or PhD in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry, or related field.

• Demonstrated experience in product management or program ownership within life sciences tools, diagnostics, or pharma R&D environments.

• Strong understanding of assay development workflows (design, optimisation, validation).

• Proven track record of cross-functional project management.

• Excellent communication and technical documentation skills.

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Desirable Experience

• Background in molecule, fluorescence-based, or biophysical assay technologies.

• Experience in kit productisation, design transfer, or manufacturing interface roles.

• Familiarity with regulated development frameworks (GLP, ISO 13485, or equivalent).

• Experience collaborating with pharmaceutical discovery or screening groups.

• Experience managing external technology evaluations or partnerships.

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The Opportunity

• Join a high-growth company at the forefront of molecular analytics innovation.

• Shape the strategic direction of a new assay kit product line from inception.

• Work closely with senior leadership across scientific and commercial domains.

• Competitive salary, equity participation, and a strong benefits package.