R&D Technical Services Manager Job Listing at Kelly Services in Saint Paul, MN (Job ID US3614640_BH9998527)

Description

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Technology Center Manager for a direct-hire (permanent) position with one of our biotechnology partners.

This position offers the opportunity to lead cutting-edge R&D initiatives, manage advanced laboratory analyses, and drive innovation in bioprocess science, while mentoring technical staff and engaging with customers and industry leaders.

Technology Center Manager – Direct Hire (Permanent)
Schedule: Full-time, day shift, 100% on-site
Target Pay Rate: $100,000-$140,000 (dependent on relevant leadership and fermentation/enzymatic experience)
Travel: Limited, up to 10% Your Impact

• Lead all aspects of the Technology Center, including Research & Development, Advanced Lab Analyses, and Customer Outreach programs.
• Guide R&D initiatives in fermentation, enzymatic activity, and process optimization to advance the innovative product portfolio.
• Collaborate across departments and external experts to integrate the latest advancements and best practices from bench to industrial scale.
• Mentor and support Technology Center staff to foster continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Deliver technical presentations at industry events, customer sites, and internal training sessions, effectively communicating complex scientific concepts.
• Represent the Technology Center as a thought leader, building productive relationships across the biotechnology and bioprocessing community.
• Troubleshoot complex technical challenges using advanced tools and scientific software (e.g., JMP).
• Contribute to Stage Gate product development and successful commercial launch processes.
• Develop and enforce R&D SOPs, ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance.
• Prepare and lead internal and customer training programs, including lab roundtables and workshops.
• Oversee lab operations to maximize productivity, safety, and quality.

What You'll Bring

Core Experience:

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related life science.
• At least 3 years of management and leadership experience in an R&D or laboratory setting.
• Strong enzyme biochemistry or yeast fermentation experience.
• Proven success managing multiple projects in fast-paced environments while maintaining high standards.
• Experience presenting complex technical information to both scientific and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and inspire technical teams.

Technical Qualifications (Required):

• Advanced proficiency with data science software (JMP or equivalent) for modeling and interpretation of complex data.
• Expertise in fermentation, enzymatic activity, and process optimization.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office Suite for data management, reporting, and presentations.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical challenges in bioprocess workflows.
• Familiarity with Stage Gate processes for product development.

Technical Qualifications (Preferred):

• Industry experience in bioprocessing, fermentation technology, or biotechnology product development.
• Technical skills including: HPLC, GC-MS, food analysis testing (moisture, protein/fat, etc.), enzymatic assays
• Strong background in customer-facing technical support or scientific consulting.

Behaviors & Competencies

• Upholds a culture of achievement, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Communicates clearly and professionally across all platforms and audiences.
• Thrives under pressure; maintains effectiveness in high-stress situations.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing work structures, processes, or environments.
• Values and promotes diversity, inclusion, and collaboration.
• Strong organizational and follow-through skills, with the ability to meet milestones and deadlines.

Additional Notes

• Must be able to work in a laboratory environment and comply with all safety requirements.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it's the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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