Manager, Biological Sciences

Manager, Biological Sciences

Full Time Professionals Rockleigh, NJ, US

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

We currently have an opportunity for a Manager, Biological Sciences R&D position located in Rockleigh, NJ. The Manager, Biological Sciences R&D position entails managing biology team members which includes training and mentoring junior team members. It requires directing, coordinating and managing biology R&D projects and biology related service requests.

Essential Job Functions:

• Responsible to develop new technologies, methods and intellectual property to anticipate and support Takasago's business needs.
• Develop in vitro lab as well as in home use test methods. Data analysis, interpretation, consult and troubleshoot technical and/or project related issues, formulating next steps to develop the projects.
• External and internal support and collaboration with cross division teams, global alignment on methods and results are expected.
• Presentations and reports writing to both external and internal customers are also expected.
• Oversee administrative and legal issues related to biology R&D.
• Regular review of the competitive landscape and scientific literature.
• Other duties as needed.

Educational

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences and PhD degree in Microbiology or Psychology, Neuroscience, Sensory Science, Psychophysics is preferred with commensurate experience.

Experience:

The ideal candidate would have at least a Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences with 7+ years’ direct experience in the fragrance & flavor or related industry. Or more preferably a Masters or PhD degree in Microbiology or Psychology, Neuroscience, Sensory Science, Psychophysics and with commensurate experience. Experience leading a team is highly desirable.

The equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Competencies:

Experience leading and developing a team and developing new methods and protocols. Proficiency in MS Office Suite including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Proficiency in statistics, SAP or other enterprise systems is preferred.

Takasago offers flexible work arrangements, tuition assistance, health benefits, employee discounts to various services and products, and life insurance 1.5 times your salary. When we think about employee success and financial security, we think long‑term. Takasago provides robust retirement savings plans, as well as an employee assistance program. We hope you will join us and achieve professional growth and enrichment.

EEO Statement

Takasago is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law.