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Head of Research

BiomeSense
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 18 days
Location

Chicago, IL 60678, US

Salary

$125,000 - $200,000 per year

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off

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  • BiomeSense is seeking a Director of Research with a salary range of $125K to $200K and requires 5+ years of industry experience.
  • The role involves leading laboratory operations and research for a multi-omics platform, ensuring scientific rigor and operational scalability.
  • Key responsibilities include designing molecular pipelines, overseeing sample-handling workflows, and translating scientific insights into strategic priorities.
  • Candidates should possess a PhD or MS in molecular biology, microbiology, or a related field, along with deep expertise in '-omics' technologies.
  • The ideal applicant will have a proven track record of leading scientific teams, be execution-oriented, and thrive in fast-paced environments.
Head of Research
Compensation: $125K– $200K salary, up to 1% equity stock options
Full benefits, including health coverage, PTO & parental leave


About BiomeSense
BiomeSense is a life sciences startup applying gut microbiome technologies (GutLab, MetaBiome) to advance personalized medicine. We partner with UCSF, UCSD, NIH & the University of Chicago & are backed by LabCorp Ventures, Bluestein Ventures, Seerave Foundation & Emil Capital Partners.

Role Summary

Lead Laboratory Operations and Research, driving our sample-to-answer multi-omics platform with direct accountability to company leadership across metagenomics, metatranscriptomics, and operational scalability.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, validate, and optimize molecular multi-omics pipelines for fecal samples, ensuring both scientific rigor and alignment with company strategy
  • Build and oversee scalable, operationally efficient, sample-handling workflows
  • Translate scientific insights into strategic priorities for executive leadership
  • Lead scientific input into product roadmaps and cross-functional initiatives
  • Clearly translate complex scientific topics into actionable insights for company leadership on scientific matters for business strategy and investor-facing discussions
  • Mentor junior scientists and research associates; build a high-performing lab culture aligned with company objectives
Qualifications
  • PhD or MS in molecular biology, microbiology, or a related field with 5+ years of experience in industry settings
  • Deep expertise in metagenomics, metatranscriptomics, or related '-omics' fields, with hands-on experience in NGS technologies and data interpretation
  • Demonstrated ability to lead or mentor scientific teams in high-intensity environments
  • Structured, decisive & execution-oriented with high accountability
  • Strategic thinker with an ownership mentality, who thrives under pressure in fast-paced environments



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