Associate Director Bioinformatic Solutions – QIAGEN
Position Description
– Identify and evaluate new trends in development for clinical use of bioinformatics
– Define innovative bioinformatic software solutions and products for clinical use
– Develop new / enhance existing software products based on market/customer needs
– Establish long standing business relationships with academic institutes and KOLs
Position Requirements
– MSc or PhD in bioinformatic, biology or other related sciences
– Minimum of 3 years relevant business experience including the lead of a bioinformatic team within the clinical or laboratory sector
– Know-how in requirement management and leading an assignment with dead-lines and restricted budget are an advantage
– Experience in handling regulatory processes (IVD, FDA) in medical engineering would be an advantage
Personal Requirements
– Independent and efficient work approach
– Ability to communicate and work interdisciplinary with internal and external customers as well as working with decentralized international teams
– Assertive demeanor with very good communication skills
– Fluent English skills
– Willingness to travel up to 30%
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