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For over 25 years, Abcam has been providing tools the scientific community needs to enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders.

We believe that to continue making progress, we need to work together, each bringing our own unique perspectives to make an impact on the world. This community needs people like you: dedicated, agile and above all audacious so we can truly drive science forward.

The Portfolio lead - Mechanistic Tools is responsible for overseeing the management of our Epigenetics, Cardiology and Metabolism portfolio. Pivotal in driving near- and long-term growth, you will be responsible for developing a comprehensive disease-area focused strategy to address the opportunity in Mechanistic Tool research fields, focused in proteomics. The role will drive new products, innovation and build on our leading network of collaborators and partners to understand and anticipate researchers needs for the future.

This position reports to the VP Portfolio Management and is part of the Portfolio Management team located in Cambridge, UK. At Abcam, our vision is to be the most influential life sciences company for researchers worldwide.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop and execute a plan for high-impact Mechanistic Tool disease areas where our products can drive significant advancements. Tailor our offerings to meet these needs. Identify market trends to capitalize on opportunities, differentiate our offerings, and expand our market share, delivering above-market revenue performance across the portfolio.

• Drive identification of new and emerging targets in Epigenetics, Cardiology and Metabolism for NPD focus. Build and execute launch plans for new products and cohorts to achieve maximum market penetration and early revenue growth. Identify opportunities for growth and innovation, ensuring our solutions meet the evolving needs of researchers in academia and biopharma.

• Lead and inspire a team of portfolio managers providing guidance, mentorship, and support to drive excellence and innovation.

• Continuously monitor, evaluate, and optimize the Mechanistic Tools portfolio, anticipating the evolving needs of life science researchers. Guide the creation of workflow solutions that anticipate customer needs. Conduct market research to stay informed of trends, challenges, and opportunities within the disease areas of focus. Perform competitive analysis to identify market gaps and strengthen our leadership position.

• Build and nurture relationships with key opinion leaders in Epigenetics, Cardiology and Metabolism. Develop a network of influencers who can advocate for and validate our innovations, enhancing our brand’s credibility and reach. Organize and participate in industry conferences, panels, and webinars to share insights, showcase advancements, and drive industry dialogue

• Collaborate with R&D, Sales, Marketing and Technical Support teams to ensure alignment and integration of Mechanistic Tools product strategies. Facilitate effective communication across departments to incorporate the latest scientific insights into our product development

  The essential requirements of the job include:

• A degree in a life sciences discipline ( Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field )

• Extensive experience in product management and leadership within the life sciences, with a strong focus in Epigenetics, Cardiology or Metabolism.

• Proven track record of driving product strategies that establish or reinforce market leadership in the life sciences, Epigenetics, Cardiology or Metabolism research sectors.

• Deep understanding of the Epigenetics, Cardiology and/or Metabolism research landscape, particularly within academic and biopharma settings.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate market insights and scientific data into actionable strategies.

• Exceptional leadership, collaboration, and communication skills, with experience guiding cross-functional teams.

• Experience with market research, customer engagement, and competitive analysis in the Epigenetics, Cardiology, Metabolism or Life Sciences sector.

• Highly motivated, visionary, and results-driven, with a passion for leading the market in Mechanistic Tools-focused solutions.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements

• Ability to travel 30% of time, internationally as required

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