Sr. Scientific Advisor - Molecular

KCAS Bio

$90K — $120K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related field
  • 5+ years managing or advising bioanalytical labs or direct sales experience in a CRO
  • Hands-on experience with molecular bioanalytical techniques including PCR and NGS
  • Strong understanding of molecular assay applications such as gene expression and biodistribution
  • Previous client-facing experience in presenting bioanalytical capabilities
  • Experience in a pharmaceutical or CRO environment
  • Excellent knowledge of relevant regulatory policies like GLP/GCLP/GDP
  • Competent in financial metrics, pricing strategies, and budgeting within a CRO context

Responsibilities

  • Identify and solve complex bioanalytical and molecular challenges by staying updated on technologies
  • Maintain expertise in bioanalytical trends and regulatory requirements for molecular assays
  • Collaborate with Sales and Marketing as a scientific lead during client discussions
  • Scope and price work while assisting in business development strategies
  • Drive revenue generation by aligning sales goals with business growth objectives
  • Forecast new business opportunities and communicate insights into operations
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and recommend compliance actions
  • Support high-impact technical communications with Marketing, including webinars and white papers
  • Participate in industry events to maintain thought leadership and regulatory awareness
  • Assist Business Development in generating new and repeat business within the assigned territory

Benefits

  • Company-sponsored events like food trucks and family days
  • Career growth through KCAS University
  • Community outreach and wellness initiatives
  • Involvement in a stock ownership program
  • Access to the latest technology for professional development
  • Paid time off to volunteer in the community
Full Job Description
In this role, we will rely on you to:

  • Provide scientific direction by staying abreast of emerging technologies and solving complex bioanalytical and molecular technical challenges
  • Maintain expert knowledge of bioanalytical scientific trends and regulatory requirements impacting molecular assays
  • Work closely with Sales and Marketing teams and serve as a scientific lead in early-stage client discussions and study scoping
  • Be responsible for scoping and pricing work and assist Business Development in pricing strategy and negotiation when applicable
  • Support revenue generation by maintaining sales goals aligned with business unit capacity and growth objectives
  • Assist in forecasting new business by evaluating probability and timing of opportunities and communicating insights into operations
  • Stay current with regulatory compliance requirements and recommend actions based on regulatory body or client audits
  • Drive and support high-impact technical communications-including webinars, white papers, and e-blasts-in collaboration with Marketing
  • Actively participate in industry panels, conferences, and professional forums to maintain a strong regulatory perspective and thought leadership presence
  • Support the Business Development team to generate new and repeat business within the assigned territory
  • Review and maintain accuracy of business data in CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) to support revenue forecasting
  • Traveling up to 40% on average, with flexibility to meet high-demand opportunities
  • Support the company brand in all interactions and act as a positive brand ambassador


To qualify for this role, you will have:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience managing, directing, or advising bioanalytical laboratories or 5+ years of direct sales experience in a CRO setting with a strong technical background
  • Hands-on experience with molecular bioanalytical techniques, including PCR, qPCR, ddPCR, and/or NGS (required)
  • Strong understanding of molecular assay applications such as gene expression analysis, biodistribution, or nucleic acid quantification
  • Previous client-facing experience, including presenting bioanalytical capabilities, leading technical discussions, or participating in scientific conferences (posters, presentations, panels)
  • Experience working within a pharmaceutical company, CRO, or similar environment
  • Excellent knowledge of relevant regulatory policies (GLP/GCLP/GDP as applicable)
  • Competent knowledge of financial metrics, pricing strategies, and budgeting in a CRO environment


(Please note this is a representative summary of responsibilities, not a comprehensive or exclusive list of the duties to be performed in any position. Employees must follow instructions and perform additional duties as requested.)

WHO YOU ARE

You will thrive at KCAS Bio if you enjoy a relational environment, are purpose- and values-driven, embrace constant development and supportive leadership, and enjoy being part of innovative work.

WHAT YOU'LL GET

Our benefits include, and extend beyond, the traditional package. At KCAS Bio, you will enjoy company sponsored events like food trucks, family days and spirit days. You will grow in your career with KCAS University. You will be able to connect with like-minded employees to further KCAS Bio's approach to key areas such as wellness, inclusion, and community outreach. You will engage as an owner in our stock ownership program. You will have access to the latest technology. And you will be able to invest in the community with paid time off to volunteer.

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