Watchmaker Genomics
Associate Director, Product Management (MDx & Enzymes)
Watchmaker Genomics, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80301
Overview
Watchmaker Genomics is seeking a strategic and collaborative Associate Director, Product Management (MDx & Enzymes) to lead our MDx & Enzymes product management team. This individual will play a critical role in advancing product strategy across core molecular diagnostics application specific reagents, including qPCR, RT-qPCR, PCR, and isothermal amplification, and enzyme technologies supporting both MDx and NGS workflows. This leader will manage a growing team of Product Managers who drive individual portfolio strategies. The Associate Director will act as a strategic sponsor, ensuring alignment, momentum, and cross-functional connectivity. The role also participates in commercialization planning, customer-centric innovation, and early product discovery within Watchmaker’s Product Engine. This is a highly collaborative role with broad influence across Marketing, R&D, Commercial, and Executive teams. The ideal candidate is a domain expert in MDx and enzymology, an empowering team leader, and a strategic thinker who thrives in fast-paced and OEM environments. Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of Product Managers across the MDx & Enzymes portfolio. Set clear goals, drive accountability, and foster a culture of ownership, innovation, and customer centricity. Support your team in leading their respective portfolio strategy teams, serving as a strategic sponsor to ensure focus, execution, and alignment with business priorities. Portfolio Strategy & Market Focus
Own the overarching MDx & Enzymes product strategy, spanning applications such as qPCR, RT-qPCR, PCR, isothermal amplification, and enzyme use in MDx and NGS workflows. Guide multi-year portfolio planning and investment prioritization in partnership with Commercial, R&D, and Executive teams. Ensure strategies reflect the needs of key market segments (e.g., point-of-care, decentralized testing, centralized labs) and relevant clinical indications (e.g., infectious disease, oncology). Product Innovation & Opportunity Development
Contribute to Watchmaker’s Product Engine by supporting market research, customer segmentation, competitive landscaping, and new product opportunity identification. Sponsor early-stage discovery efforts, helping your team define unmet needs and align scientific feasibility with market demand. Drive clarity and alignment across both MDx and NGS innovation areas. Commercial Execution & Lifecycle Support
Guide your team in planning and executing effective product and commercial launches with differentiated positioning, clear messaging, and commercial alignment. Partner cross-functionally to ensure go-to-market readiness and long-term product success. Support lifecycle management and continuous portfolio optimization to drive sustainable growth. Provide guidance and execution of processes and products to support our OEM channels. Education and Experience
MS and +12 years of relevant industry experience, including 2–4 years in people management and a proven track record in product strategy and leadership. Minimum of 12 years of relevant industry experience in life sciences, diagnostics, or biotechnology. 2–4 years in people management. Demonstrated Product Management experience, with a strong preference for roles involving cross-functional product development and commercial launch. Experience participating in or leading NPD core teams is required. Customer-facing experience (e.g., field application, sales, customer discovery) is a plus. Experience dealing with OEM customers and processes. Deep expertise in MDx applications and enzyme technologies. Skills and Competencies
Strategic mindset with strong analytical, market research, and opportunity prioritization skills. Strong strategic thinker with a demonstrated ability to define and execute long-term growth strategies. Proven leadership and team development capabilities. Strong collaboration and communication skills across functions and leadership levels. Ability to navigate ambiguity, prioritize with clarity, and drive business results. Willingness to travel up to 30% (domestic and international). Excellent organizational, prioritization, and decision-making skills. Capable of translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights and differentiated product value propositions. Proven team leadership, with the ability to coach, develop, and motivate high-performing contributors. Customer- and market-focused mindset with strong commercial acumen. Compensation
The base compensation for the Associate Director, Product Management (MDx & Enzymes) role starts at $150,000 - $170,000 plus bonus and equity; actual pay will be adjusted based on skills and experience. Employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off, Holidays, employer-covered base medical plan with buy-up options, EAP, employer-paid dental and vision, employer-paid life/AD&D policy, paid parental leave, and a 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% match. Application Procedure
To apply for the position, please submit the following in a PDF format on watchmakergenomics.com: Letter of motivation Resume or Curriculum Vitae, highlighting relevant qualifications and experience Applications without a Letter of Motivation will not be considered. Local candidates preferred. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and the position will remain open until filled; early submission is encouraged as reviews will begin immediately. If selected to participate in the interview process, the names and contact information of three professional references who can assess your suitability for the position will be requested. NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE. We are only accepting direct applications for this position. We are not working with external recruiters or agencies at this time. Unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters will not be considered and will be deemed the property of Watchmaker Genomics. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. Watchmaker Genomics is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and creating a culturally diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics as protected by applicable law. All applicants will be asked if currently eligible to work in the United States and whether visa sponsorship will be required.
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Watchmaker Genomics is seeking a strategic and collaborative Associate Director, Product Management (MDx & Enzymes) to lead our MDx & Enzymes product management team. This individual will play a critical role in advancing product strategy across core molecular diagnostics application specific reagents, including qPCR, RT-qPCR, PCR, and isothermal amplification, and enzyme technologies supporting both MDx and NGS workflows. This leader will manage a growing team of Product Managers who drive individual portfolio strategies. The Associate Director will act as a strategic sponsor, ensuring alignment, momentum, and cross-functional connectivity. The role also participates in commercialization planning, customer-centric innovation, and early product discovery within Watchmaker’s Product Engine. This is a highly collaborative role with broad influence across Marketing, R&D, Commercial, and Executive teams. The ideal candidate is a domain expert in MDx and enzymology, an empowering team leader, and a strategic thinker who thrives in fast-paced and OEM environments. Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of Product Managers across the MDx & Enzymes portfolio. Set clear goals, drive accountability, and foster a culture of ownership, innovation, and customer centricity. Support your team in leading their respective portfolio strategy teams, serving as a strategic sponsor to ensure focus, execution, and alignment with business priorities. Portfolio Strategy & Market Focus
Own the overarching MDx & Enzymes product strategy, spanning applications such as qPCR, RT-qPCR, PCR, isothermal amplification, and enzyme use in MDx and NGS workflows. Guide multi-year portfolio planning and investment prioritization in partnership with Commercial, R&D, and Executive teams. Ensure strategies reflect the needs of key market segments (e.g., point-of-care, decentralized testing, centralized labs) and relevant clinical indications (e.g., infectious disease, oncology). Product Innovation & Opportunity Development
Contribute to Watchmaker’s Product Engine by supporting market research, customer segmentation, competitive landscaping, and new product opportunity identification. Sponsor early-stage discovery efforts, helping your team define unmet needs and align scientific feasibility with market demand. Drive clarity and alignment across both MDx and NGS innovation areas. Commercial Execution & Lifecycle Support
Guide your team in planning and executing effective product and commercial launches with differentiated positioning, clear messaging, and commercial alignment. Partner cross-functionally to ensure go-to-market readiness and long-term product success. Support lifecycle management and continuous portfolio optimization to drive sustainable growth. Provide guidance and execution of processes and products to support our OEM channels. Education and Experience
MS and +12 years of relevant industry experience, including 2–4 years in people management and a proven track record in product strategy and leadership. Minimum of 12 years of relevant industry experience in life sciences, diagnostics, or biotechnology. 2–4 years in people management. Demonstrated Product Management experience, with a strong preference for roles involving cross-functional product development and commercial launch. Experience participating in or leading NPD core teams is required. Customer-facing experience (e.g., field application, sales, customer discovery) is a plus. Experience dealing with OEM customers and processes. Deep expertise in MDx applications and enzyme technologies. Skills and Competencies
Strategic mindset with strong analytical, market research, and opportunity prioritization skills. Strong strategic thinker with a demonstrated ability to define and execute long-term growth strategies. Proven leadership and team development capabilities. Strong collaboration and communication skills across functions and leadership levels. Ability to navigate ambiguity, prioritize with clarity, and drive business results. Willingness to travel up to 30% (domestic and international). Excellent organizational, prioritization, and decision-making skills. Capable of translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights and differentiated product value propositions. Proven team leadership, with the ability to coach, develop, and motivate high-performing contributors. Customer- and market-focused mindset with strong commercial acumen. Compensation
The base compensation for the Associate Director, Product Management (MDx & Enzymes) role starts at $150,000 - $170,000 plus bonus and equity; actual pay will be adjusted based on skills and experience. Employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off, Holidays, employer-covered base medical plan with buy-up options, EAP, employer-paid dental and vision, employer-paid life/AD&D policy, paid parental leave, and a 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% match. Application Procedure
To apply for the position, please submit the following in a PDF format on watchmakergenomics.com: Letter of motivation Resume or Curriculum Vitae, highlighting relevant qualifications and experience Applications without a Letter of Motivation will not be considered. Local candidates preferred. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and the position will remain open until filled; early submission is encouraged as reviews will begin immediately. If selected to participate in the interview process, the names and contact information of three professional references who can assess your suitability for the position will be requested. NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE. We are only accepting direct applications for this position. We are not working with external recruiters or agencies at this time. Unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters will not be considered and will be deemed the property of Watchmaker Genomics. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. Watchmaker Genomics is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and creating a culturally diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics as protected by applicable law. All applicants will be asked if currently eligible to work in the United States and whether visa sponsorship will be required.
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