Director, Applications - Spatial Biology Division

The Director, Applications - Spatial Biology Division role at Bio-Techne involves leading the company's Spatial Biology Applications organization. Bio-Techne is dedicated to enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics, providing tools for researchers to advance disease treatment and prevention globally. The main day-to-day responsibilities include defining and executing the global applications strategy and roadmap for the Spatial Biology portfolio. This involves identifying high-value application opportunities, guiding the development of applications for technologies like RNAscope and Comet, and ensuring that the scientific data generated supports product performance and adoption. The role also includes leading a team of Applications Scientists, fostering a culture of scientific excellence, and collaborating with various departments to translate scientific capabilities into compelling application stories. To qualify for this role, candidates must have an advanced scientific training in a relevant life sciences discipline or an equivalent combination of education and industry experience. A PhD in fields such as Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or Spatial Biology is preferred. Additionally, candidates need 8-10 years of progressive experience in life sciences, molecular biology, or related scientific disciplines, with up to 5 years of experience leading scientific teams. Experience in defining and executing scientific strategies that support product adoption and business growth is also required. Nice-to-have skills include experience in managing complex cross-functional programs and influencing decisions across multiple stakeholders. The role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a team focused on scientific innovation and collaboration. The location and specific team details are not mentioned, but the role involves significant external engagement, including representing Bio-Techne at conferences and industry events. What the role asks for: - Advanced scientific training in a relevant life sciences discipline or equivalent combination of education and industry experience. - PhD in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, Oncology, Pathology, Neuroscience, Bioinformatics, Spatial Biology, or a related scientific field. - 8-10 years of progressive experience in life sciences, molecular biology, translational research, pathology, imaging, spatial biology, assay development, or related scientific disciplines. - Up to 5 years of experience leading scientific, applications, or translational research teams. - Experience defining and executing scientific strategies that support product adoption, business growth, and customer success. - Experience managing complex cross-functional programs and influencing decisions across multiple stakeholders and functions.