Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Nagi Bioscience

11-50

Switzerland

**ABOUT US**

Nagi Bioscience is an exciting startup operating in the thriving field of life science instrumentation. Headquartered in the heart of one of Switzerland’s top technology poles, the EPFL Innovation Park in Saint-Sulpice, overlooking the stunning Léman Lake (Lausanne), we are on a mission to accelerate the transition to the new era of biological testing, where scalability, efficiency, sustainability, and ethics can finally go hand in hand.

Our first product, SydLab**™** One, pioneers the field of Organism-on-Chip technologies, a new class of laboratory devices enabling the discovery and testing of new drugs and chemicals using microorganisms instead of traditional animal tests.

As a consequence of our recent financing round and our ambitious growth plans, we are now seeking talented individuals to join our team and be part of our groundbreaking journey.

**ROLE OVERVIEW**

We are seeking a visionary and accomplished Head of R&D to lead and drive our research and development initiatives. This role involves overseeing and coordinating projects across three core R&D departments: 1. hardware development (microfluidics, optics, robotics, electronics), 2. software development (machine learning, bioinformatics, data science), and 3. bioassay development (biology of _C. elegans_ and cells). 

The successful candidate will be a dynamic and forward-thinking leader with a proven track record of managing multidisciplinary teams and driving innovation. As a key member of the leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Nagi Bioscience.

## Tasks

**MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES**

**Departmental Oversight**:

*   Lead, mentor, and manage the three main R&D departments: hardware development (microfluidics, optics, robotics, electronics), software development (machine learning, bioinformatics, data science), and bioassay development (biology of _elegans_ and cells).
*   Coordinate activities and projects to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and efficient technology integration, optimizing the synergy among the different R&D disciplines.

**Project Management**:

*   Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of R&D projects, ensuring timelines and objectives are met with solid and pro-active leadership attitude.
*   Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware, software, and bioassay components seamlessly.

**Research Collaboration**:

*   Foster collaborations with external research institutions, industry partners, and experts to enhance R&D capabilities.
*   Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to guide R&D efforts.

**Budget Management**: 

*   Manage the R&D budget, making informed decisions to optimize resource allocation and cost-effectiveness.
*   Lead or participate in the preparation of grant applications to finance new R&D projects

## Requirements

**QUALIFICATIONS** **& EXPERIENCE**

*   Master or Ph.D. in Microengineering, Biotechnology, Computer Science, or another relevant scientific or engineering field.
*   Proven experience in leading R&D teams and managing complex multi-disciplinary projects in industrial contexts.
*   Track record of driving innovation and successfully bringing products to market.
*   Strong background in hardware development, software development, and bioassay development. 
*   Strong technical expertise and a deep understanding of high-content imaging, biological data analysis and microfluidics.
*   Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate teams.
*   Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.

## Benefits

**WHAT WE OFFER**

*   An exceptionally motivating position with daily exposure to world-class innovation across multiple R&D fields.
*   A very innovative work environment where you can make a significant impact, with access to unique technology and a compelling value proposition that sets us apart in the market.
*   A dynamic and multi-disciplinary team of passionate professionals, sharing ideas and collectively driving innovation forward.
*   Solid financing that allows us to offer a competitive salary package and a startup tailored package that includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing an opportunity to share in our company's success.
*   A tangible contribution towards a better future for biological testing, where innovative in vitro methods will replace old school animal testing techniques.

If you think you are the perfect candidate for this role, please send us your CV and cover letter.

Together for the new era of biological testing! #inwormwetrust

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ABOUT US
Nagi Bioscience is an exciting startup operating in the thriving field of life science instrumentation. Headquartered in the heart of one of Switzerland’s top technology poles, the EPFL Innovation Park in Saint-Sulpice, overlooking the stunning Léman Lake (Lausanne), we are on a mission to accelerate the transition to the new era of biological testing, where scalability, efficiency, sustainability, and ethics can finally go hand in hand.
Our first product, SydLab™ One, pioneers the field of Organism-on-Chip technologies, a new class of laboratory devices enabling the discovery and testing of new drugs and chemicals using microorganisms instead of traditional animal tests.
As a consequence of our recent financing round and our ambitious growth plans, we are now seeking talented individuals to join our team and be part of our groundbreaking journey.
ROLE OVERVIEW
We are seeking a visionary and accomplished Head of R&amp;D to lead and drive our research and development initiatives. This role involves overseeing and coordinating projects across three core R&amp;D departments: 1. hardware development (microfluidics, optics, robotics, electronics), 2. software development (machine learning, bioinformatics, data science), and 3. bioassay development (biology of C. elegans and cells). 
The successful candidate will be a dynamic and forward-thinking leader with a proven track record of managing multidisciplinary teams and driving innovation. As a key member of the leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Nagi Bioscience.
<h2 id="tasks">Tasks</h2>
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Departmental Oversight:
<ul>
<li>Lead, mentor, and manage the three main R&amp;D departments: hardware development (microfluidics, optics, robotics, electronics), software development (machine learning, bioinformatics, data science), and bioassay development (biology of elegans and cells).</li>
<li>Coordinate activities and projects to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and efficient technology integration, optimizing the synergy among the different R&amp;D disciplines.</li>
</ul>
Project Management:
<ul>
<li>Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of R&amp;D projects, ensuring timelines and objectives are met with solid and pro-active leadership attitude.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware, software, and bioassay components seamlessly.</li>
</ul>
Research Collaboration:
<ul>
<li>Foster collaborations with external research institutions, industry partners, and experts to enhance R&amp;D capabilities.</li>
<li>Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to guide R&amp;D efforts.</li>
</ul>
Budget Management: 
<ul>
<li>Manage the R&amp;D budget, making informed decisions to optimize resource allocation and cost-effectiveness.</li>
<li>Lead or participate in the preparation of grant applications to finance new R&amp;D projects</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="requirements">Requirements</h2>
QUALIFICATIONS &amp; EXPERIENCE
<ul>
<li>Master or Ph.D. in Microengineering, Biotechnology, Computer Science, or another relevant scientific or engineering field.</li>
<li>Proven experience in leading R&amp;D teams and managing complex multi-disciplinary projects in industrial contexts.</li>
<li>Track record of driving innovation and successfully bringing products to market.</li>
<li>Strong background in hardware development, software development, and bioassay development. </li>
<li>Strong technical expertise and a deep understanding of high-content imaging, biological data analysis and microfluidics.</li>
<li>Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate teams.</li>
<li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="benefits">Benefits</h2>
WHAT WE OFFER
<ul>
<li>An exceptionally motivating position with daily exposure to world-class innovation across multiple R&amp;D fields.</li>
<li>A very innovative work environment where you can make a significant impact, with access to unique technology and a compelling value proposition that sets us apart in the market.</li>
<li>A dynamic and multi-disciplinary team of passionate professionals, sharing ideas and collectively driving innovation forward.</li>
<li>Solid financing that allows us to offer a competitive salary package and a startup tailored package that includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing an opportunity to share in our company&#39;s success.</li>
<li>A tangible contribution towards a better future for biological testing, where innovative in vitro methods will replace old school animal testing techniques.</li>
</ul>
If you think you are the perfect candidate for this role, please send us your CV and cover letter.
Together for the new era of biological testing! #inwormwetrust

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