Director, Cell Based R&D

Danaher Corporation

Director of Cell Based R&D overseeing scientific strategy and innovation in biotechnology. Leading interdisciplinary teams for cell-based platform advancements in Fargo, ND or Waltham, MA.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeFargo • Massachusetts, North Dakota • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $175,000 - $215,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead innovation and development across Aldevron’s cell-based platforms, including plasmid, nanoplasmid, nanoplasmid backbone, and recombinant protein technologies
Set research priorities, allocate resources, and define scientific outcomes that support strategic business goals and pipeline advancement
Oversee key discovery experiments and development processes to achieve critical product and process milestones
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing interdisciplinary R&D team, fostering collaboration, development, and accountability
Drive strategic plans for new products, process improvements, testing, and emerging technologies in molecular biology and protein R&D
Serve as the technical leader for core product and process initiatives, contributing to intellectual property development and maintaining industry leadership
Partner cross-functionally and engage directly with clients and external stakeholders to align requirements, support business growth, and identify new opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in a scientific discipline related to Aldevron’s core business (Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Chemistry, etc.)
12+ years leading corporate R&D and new product development (NPD)
Track record of leading research collaborations with academia and industry
Experience leading teams, including direct supervision of researchers
Cloning techniques, DNA, RNA and Protein experience is required
Proven track record of creative scientific accomplishment as evidenced by publication and/or patent record
Ability to travel up to 25%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off
Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k) to eligible employees
Bonus/incentive pay

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Hard Skills & Tools

cloning techniquesDNARNAprotein technologiesrecombinant protein technologiesnanoplasmidplasmidscientific researchproduct developmentintellectual property development

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcollaborationaccountabilitystrategic planningresource allocationcommunicationteam buildingproblem-solvingclient engagement

Certifications

Ph.D.