Director of Product Management

Company Overview: 

Ansa Biotechnologies is on the forefront of a scientific revolution. We are developing an innovative approach to DNA synthesis, aiming to transcend the boundaries set forth by traditional methods. Our technology is not just a tool; it's a beacon of hope for enabling some of the most pressing synthesis challenges that are gating key developments in health and sustainability. Join us in shaping a future where science leads the way to a better world. 

Job Description: 

We are seeking a talented and driven Director of Product Management to join our dynamic team at the forefront of synthetic biology. In this role, you will be responsible for guiding the development and launch of innovative products that meet customer needs and drive business growth. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, sales, and customer support, to deliver exceptional products that align with our company’s vision and strategy. This role reports to the VP of Strategic Marketing. 

This is a hybrid role, on site at least 3 days a week. Applicants must be located in the Bay Area or willing to relocate.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Product Development: As a key stakeholder within the Ansa Product Development Core Team, collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, operations, sales, and marketing) to drive products through Ansa’s product development process (PDP), lead successful product launches and overall business success. Understand market dynamics, customer needs, and competitive landscapes to inform marketing strategies and product positioning.  

• Customer Advocacy: Serve as the internal voice of customer (VOC) within the core team and be a primary customer advocate throughout the product development process. Responsible for customer requirements documentation, use case, and business case development for concept products. 

• Sales Enablement: Equip the sales team with tools, training, and resources to effectively communicate product value propositions. Collaborate with marketing in the creation of datasheets, technotes, brochures and other commercial assets and provide ongoing support for consistent messaging. 

• Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead cross-functional projects from definition to launch, working closely with teams across R&D, Bioinformatics, Sales & Marketing, and Operations. Monitor product performance and manage support across departments.  

• Market Analysis: Analyze competitive activity and barriers to product adoption. Identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to inform positioning strategies in growth segments. Develop customer requirements, and product business cases. 

 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, or engineering; MBA or PhD preferred. 

• 10+ years of industry experience, with at least 5 years in product management within the life science industry. 

• Experience within the DNA synthesis market required. 

• Experience with Biopharma/ Cell and Gene Therapy is a plus. 

• Proven track record in new product development and the management of existing products. 

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with experience in matrixed environments. 
• Strong analytical abilities, with a knack for data-driven decision-making. 
• Ability to analyze data, draw insights, and make data-driven decisions. 
• Creative thinker with a passion for innovation and a willingness to experiment. 
  
  

  What We Offer: 

  • Competitive salary and equity. 
  • Generous benefits package including health, dental, and vision. 
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities. 
  • A collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • The opportunity to be part of a company at the forefront of synthetic biology and innovation. 

   

  San Francisco Bay Area Pay Range 

  $170k-$200k - Depending upon experience

   

  Ansa Biotechnologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

  At Ansa, we’re building a community of intelligent and passionate humans that will help us change biotechnology research with our enzymatic DNA synthesis technology. We believe that challenging and trusting one another, and continuously learning are essential to our success. We believe that building diverse, inclusive and psychologically safe spaces are essential to a community culture that yields the happiest colleagues and friends, and the highest quality research.

  As we are growing rapidly, this is an ever present goal: hiring the best people while building diversity in thought, experience and background within our team. While the biotechnology space can feel limited in BIPOC, non-binary and even female representation, we endeavor to make hiring decisions that will continue to grow and support our team in the direction of cultural diversity and sustainability.