Senior Specialist, Technical Product Management

Job Description
We are seeking a Sr. Specialist in Technical Product Management with deep expertise in the analytical method development, drug substance/product process development and manufacturing, clinical supply process, chemistry, manufacturing, and controls (CMC) to help build and enhance data products. The ideal candidate will have a strong scientific background with hands-on understanding in these respective domains, will understand the needs of stakeholders and users — particularly Analytical Scientists, Process Chemists/Engineers, and Clinical Supply Planners — and will bridge the gap between scientific requirements and data-driven product development.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate closely with Product, Data Science, and Engineering teams to define and develop data products tailored for analytical methods, process development, and clinical/commercial supply.
Gather, manage, and prioritize product requirements by engaging with scientific stakeholders to understand user problems, technical constraints, and strategic objectives.
Define and refine the product backlog; create actionable user stories that reflect the unique workflows and challenges of method development, process characterization, and supply operations.
Act as a user expert, deeply understanding the motivations, pain points, and goals of scientific and supply users.
Justify and prioritize improvements to existing products, focusing on delivering measurable value to scientific research, manufacturing, and supply operations.
Develop and maintain technical knowledge and domain expertise in analytical sciences, process development, bioprocessing, and manufacturing/supply processes.
Write clear problem statements and requirements; facilitate solution design with engineering teams.
Serve as Product Owner on Agile teams or work closely with one to ensure scientific and data needs are met.
Plan, design, and conduct testing activities; compile critical training and communication content for scientific and supply end-users.
Analyze data, observations, and research to generate insights that inform product strategy and decision-making.
Support the Product Manager in defining and executing strategy in collaboration with engineering teams for one or more data products.
Accept completed user stories, ensuring deliverables meet acceptance criteria and scientific requirements.
Act as a customer champion, articulating and advocating for the needs of scientific and supply stakeholders.
Key Deliverables
Problem statements and requirements tailored to scientific workflows
Understanding of reports and dashboards relevant to preclinical research and manufacturing
Analysis and documentation of data used in product decisions
Training materials to ensure user success with data products
Key Behaviors
Demonstrate high agency, growth mindset, and initiative within a scientific context
Listen effectively to analytical scientists, process engineers, and supply planners, simplifying complex scientific and data problems
Act with urgency and prioritize tasks based on scientific and operational value delivered
Influence without direct authority, especially among scientific and technical teams
Exhibit critical thinking to balance scientific, business, and stakeholder needs
Practice evidence-based decision-making
Work sustainably and encourage this behavior in others
Consistently document activities using company-provided tools
Collaborate effectively across matrixed teams, including scientists, engineers, and product managers
Show curiosity and empathy for user problems in method, process, and supply
Position Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
Required Experience and Skills
2+ years building tools or data assets supporting scientific or data analytics workflows
3-5 years working with scientific users (e.g., analytical scientists, process chemists/engineers) to define requirements for data products
Experience with data analytics or data science capabilities, especially in a scientific context
Experience building ERDs, logical data models, and source-target mappings for scientific data
Hands-on experience or working knowledge with data management services (AWS Athena, Glue, S3, Redshift, or similar)
Proficiency in SQL and scientific data management
Ability to translate scientific/business problems into actionable requirements and tasks
Strong analytical problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and scientific stakeholders
Ability to work independently and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
Preferred Experience and Skills
Direct experience in pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical method development, process development, or clinical/commercial supply
Domain knowledge or familiarity with analytical methods, laboratory/instrument data, manufacturing process data, and scientific workflows
Knowledge of analytical and process data systems (e.g., LIMS, ELN, chromatography data systems, MES/manufacturing execution, or similar) and integration with data science tools
Familiarity with method lifecycle and process concepts such as method validation/transfer, process characterization, critical quality attributes (CQAs), and critical process parameters (CPPs)
Familiarity with harmonized/canonical data modeling, data lineage, and data quality concepts for scientific data
Experience working in Agile software development
Familiarity with cloud-based software and scientific data platforms, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and GxP/validated data environments
Required Skills:
Asset Management, Asset Management, Backlog Management, Benefits Management, Business Decisions, Computer Science, Data Analysis Tools, Data-Driven Decision Making, Data Generation, Feature Prioritization, Influencing Without Authority, Management System Development, Process Definition, Product Analysis, Product Improvements, Product Launch Planning, Product Management, Product Management Strategy, Product Requirements, Requirements Management, Requirements Specification, Research Analysis, Scientific Analysis, Software Development Management, Stakeholder Relationship Management {+ 2 more}
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