Life Sciences New Technology & Program Leader (USA)

Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide. We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment. Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.

Sartorius is seeking a Technology Monitoring Program Leader reporting to the Head of Corporate Research.  The incumbent in this role will drive the company’s innovative strength by researching new technologies and their potential commercial impact that can be used in Sartorius products and services.  Through close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders as well as active technology scouting, you will identify and promote forward-looking solutions, evaluate their business potential and manage selected external development partners.  Together with the team, you will support strategic direction of Sartorius and create the future with us.  This is a full time, remote position requiring up to 40% domestic and international travel.

Grow with us – Your Responsibilities

• Monitoring and analyzing technology trends and developments
• Projecting potential future developments and business scenarios
• Coordinating and managing research and development projects
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to promote and manage innovation projects
• Preparing white papers and presentations for management
• Supporting the development and implementation of technology roadmaps
• Carrying out technology scouting and evaluating new technologies
• Evaluating potential commercial impact of novel technologies
• Recording and channeling business requirements and communicating them to the relevant departments
• Managing and coordinating programs to promote technological innovation
• Ensuring adherence to project goals, schedules, and budgets

What will convince us

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant life sciences field; master’s degree highly preferred
• 7+ years of business and commercial experience in multiple disciplines within life sciences
• Broad awareness of current science and technology areas and new technology development processes, funding, IP, etc. As well as commercial awareness
• Experience in technology scouting and the evaluation of new technologies
• Ideally, experience from different industries, necessarily from the life science environment and with different technology stacks
• Proven experience and success in managing and coordinating programs and projects
• Strong analytical skills and a good level of technical understanding
• Confidence in addressing areas of which one has no prior knowledge or experience
• Excellent communication skills and ability to develop and maintain good internal and external relationships
• Fluency in English and willingness to travel.

We Value:

• Conceptual and creative thinker
• Excellent organizational and communication skills (both written & verbal) are essential to meet the requirements of this role.
• Identification with our core values: Sustainability, Openness, Enjoyment.

What We Offer

As a growing global life science company, with our stock listed on the German DAX and TecDAX , Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits:
Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, LinkedIn Learning, internal seminar offerings
Worklife Balance: Paid vacation, sick time, corporate holidays and community service day; as well as flexible work schedules
Making an Impact Right from the Start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform
Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as “Coaching”, “Agile Working” and a “Businesswomen’s Network”
Health & Well Being: Wide selection of health and well-being support such as a variety of medical plans to choose from, dental, vision, EAP, and other wellness programs.
Intelligent Working Environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment.

Retirement Savings Plan: 401 k (with generous company match)
Flexible Spending: HSA, FSA (dependent care & healthcare spending), Transportation Commuter Account
Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, EAP, Family Planning & Women’s Health, Health Advocate
Additional/Optional: Supplemental Life Insurance (employee, spouse & dependents), Legal Services, LTD & STD, Critical Illness Insurance, Student Loan Tuition Refinance Service

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.