Job Description
Who We Are
Strand Research is a biotechnology startup dedicated to developing and optimizing novel molecules for haircare applications to be launched in a new brand. Positioned at the crossroads of science and beauty, we are committed to innovation driven by rigorous data and relentless pursuit of efficacy, creating solutions that will set new industry standards and redefine what is possible in hair care. Our lab is based in Kendall Square and we have secured substantial funding, providing us with several years of runway to bring groundbreaking ingredients to market.
We have made major progress on the science side, and are now looking for a R&D strategy manager to help turn that innovation into real, high-impact products. The ideal candidate is a results-driven, high octane, resourceful individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high intensity environment with a passion for science and consumer goods.
You will partner directly with scientists and leadership to shape program strategy, define what “good” looks like, and help identify the most promising directions across our portfolio. You’ll translate high-level scientific concepts into focused, achievable plans, ensuring that every project has clarity and momentum.
We’re looking for a sharp generalist with both strategic depth and executional grit, someone who can move fast, wear multiple hats, and help shape our research outcomes.
What You Will Do
- Work with scientific leads to define hypotheses, sharpen project goals, and prioritize the programs with the highest potential impact
- Build clear, aggressive plans that translate research into focused milestones and decision points
- Help shape and execute our IP strategy, pulling in the technical narratives and experimental data to strengthen and accelerate our filings
- Deliver strategic updates that give leadership visibility into progress, roadblocks, and opportunities across the R&D portfolio
- Build and lead relationships with vendors, CROs, academic partners, and other external partners to accelerate progress to market
- Do whatever it takes to move our best leads through development and into market-ready products
Who You Are
- 3-5+ years of full-time experience in consulting, finance, high-growth start-up, or similar high-intensity role
- Scientific degree or deep, self-driven interest in science
- A self-starter with a desire to win
- Disciplined and organized, with the ability to create structure for ambiguous problems
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to manage many different stakeholders
- A “doer” and a thinker who is willing to get hands dirty in execution while maintaining a strategic mindset
- Strong analytical skills with a bias for insights and results
- Passionate about the intersection of science and the consumer
Additional Information
- This position is hiring for an immediate start, with some flexibility for the right candidate
- This position is in-office in Cambridge, MA
- The salary for this position is commensurate with experience
Interested? Reach out to learn more and apply at info@strand-research.com