[Hiring] Product Manager, Precision Enzymes @Watchmaker Genomics

Role Description

Watchmaker is inviting applications for the full-time position of Product Manager or Senior Product Manager, Precision Enzymes & Emerging Technologies based in Boulder, CO (preferred). The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced working environment and contribute directly to our company culture and success.

The position provides an opportunity to manage our precision enzyme portfolio, reporting to the Associate Director, MDx & Enzymes Product Management. The Product Manager ensures continuous business success through:

• New product development
• OEM commercial strategy
• Lifecycle management across the enzyme portfolio, with emphasis on differentiated enzymes

The ideal candidate brings a firm grounding in molecular biology and enzyme-based knowledge across NGS and molecular diagnostics.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree (MS or PhD) in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field
• 6+ years of relevant industry experience, including bench experience
• Experience in biotech and a start-up environment is highly desirable

Requirements

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and work at a high standard under pressure
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective team collaboration
• Good communication and personal task management skills
• High level of self-motivation and initiative
• Creative and disciplined approach to problem-solving
• Time management and prioritization under deadlines
• High level of accuracy in documentation, record-keeping, and reporting
• Deep molecular biology / enzymology knowledge of DNA- and RNA-modifying enzymes and NGS and/or MDx workflows
• Demonstrated OEM / B2B product or commercial experience in enzymes, reagents, or life-science tools
• Track record of defining and launching products
• Experience presenting technical information to varied audiences
• Hands-on familiarity with standard molecular biology techniques such as PCR / qPCR and next-generation sequencing
• This position requires approximately 20–25% travel (domestic and international)

Benefits

• Base compensation starts at $110,000–135,000 + bonus + equity
• Flexible Time Off
• Holidays
• Employer covers 75% of base medical plan with buy-up options
• EAP (employee assistance program)
• Employer paid dental with a buy-up option
• Employer paid vision
• Employer paid $25,000 life/AD&D policy
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% match

Application Requirements

• Letter of motivation (upload where it says cover letter)
• 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 until filled; early submission is encouraged
• If selected for the interview process, names and contact information of three professional references will be requested