Senior Product Manager | Microbial Sequencing

About Plasmidsaurus

Plasmidsaurus is on a mission to accelerate new cures and promote a healthier planet by unlocking a new level of productivity for scientists who use DNA tools to bring their ideas to life. Our DNA sequencing tools are used daily by thousands of innovators, including Nobel prize winners, dynamic biotech startups, research labs, and DIY biohackers. Our global network of labs operates day and night to enable world-changing discoveries. In 2024, we saved these scientists 2 million hours of time, radically accelerating their research. Every team member at Plasmidsaurus plays a crucial role in driving forward the future of biotech research.

Plasmidsaurus is hiring a Senior Product Manager to help manage our microbial sequencing portfolio. This is a dream role for someone looking to improve and accelerate molecular biology research. You’ll be instrumental in helping us unleash the next wave of our groundbreaking sequencing services, as well as in building and defining how Product functions at Plasmidsaurus. This role will serve as the glue between R&D, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and Operations, and will ensure that we continue to deliver the kind of game-changing products our customers have come to expect from us.

What You’ll Do

• Understand the market. Engage with customers, uncover unmet needs, analyze trends, track competitors, and serve as the internal voice of the customer.

• Own product strategy. Define roadmaps, conduct market research, build business cases, and collaborate across teams to drive business impact.

• Build amazing things. Partner with R&D to manage the product lifecycle from concept through beta testing to commercial launch.

• Drive growth. Advance strategies to generate revenue from existing services.

• Make our value clear. Work with Product Marketing to develop go-to-market plans, campaigns, and sales enablement tools that build awareness, generate leads, and empower the Sales team.

• Help shape the Product Management function. Build frameworks, processes, and resources that improve team efficiency.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Extensive experience with microbial sequencing including whole genome sequencing and metagenomic approaches spanning all aspects of the workflow from sample preparation to data analysis.

• Deep knowledge of the synthetic biology / microbe engineering market including key verticals beyond academia and common use cases for next generation sequencing.

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience launching products or services that deliver clear customer value, including managing the full workflow from sample preparation through data analysis.

• Proven ability to drive revenue from established products through pricing, positioning, and promotional strategies

• Experience influencing and collaborating effectively with customers and internal teams to drive successful outcomes.

• Expertise in building product roadmaps and managing the full product lifecycle.

• Creative problem-solving skills with a focus on customer impact.

• Advanced degree in molecular biology, genetics, or related field (PhD preferred)

• Outstanding leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.

Expected Outcomes (6-12 months)

• Customer Insights: Lead research efforts to understand customer segmentation, applications, motivations, behaviors, and unmet needs, providing insights that guide product strategy and prioritization.

• Market Impact: Implement strategic pricing, positioning, and promotional initiatives to maximize revenue and market share for on-market products.

• Product Realization: Launch at least one new product, managing the product lifecycle from concept through launch.

• Customer-Led Innovation: Implement new features on existing services that promote satisfaction, loyalty, and long-term engagement.

• Product Roadmap: Build and own a product roadmap in collaboration with internal stakeholders to ensure cross-functional alignment.

• Go-to-Market Enablement: Work closely with the Marketing and Sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies that drive awareness and customer adoption, and equip the Sales team for success.

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly align with the job description as we seek out diverse and creative perspectives. Team members who love to learn and collaborate in an inclusive environment will thrive with us. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need additional accommodations to feel comfortable during your interview process, please let us know at [email protected].