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Job Title: Product Strategy Manager - Antibody Applications

Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

Job Type: Full-time

Date Posted: March 05, 2026

Experience Level: 10+ years

Remote Status: On-site (with hybrid flexibility implied by travel)

Drive strategic product roadmap development for antibody applications on Nuclera's eProtein Discovery™ system, focusing on accelerating discovery research for drug development and reagent creation. Translate deep domain expertise in antibody science and voice-of-customer insights into actionable product strategies, market positioning, and commercialization plans. Lead cross-functional collaboration between R&D, commercial, marketing, and customer-facing teams to ensure successful product launches and sustained market adoption within the antibody discovery segment. Own the end-to-end product lifecycle for antibody applications, encompassing market analysis, business case development, ROI modeling, and lifecycle strategy to maximize commercial performance.

Note: The description includes enhancement notes and context about the role within a fast-paced biotech startup. This refinement focuses on core responsibilities and qualifications for clarity and formatting quality.

• Define and execute the comprehensive antibody application strategy, identifying critical workflows, unmet customer needs, and market opportunities within the antibody discovery and reagent development space.
• Develop robust business cases for product investments, leveraging market analysis, competitive intelligence, and ROI modeling to secure executive buy-in and resource allocation.
• Create and manage a sequenced product roadmap for antibody-relevant workflows, prioritizing features and enhancements that align with market demands and strategic objectives.
• Lead rigorous, ongoing market research and Voice of Customer (VOC) programs, including surveys, in-depth interviews, and advisory boards, to continuously refine product offerings and identify new areas for innovation.
• Collaborate with commercial, marketing, and sales teams to develop and implement go-to-market strategies, including market messaging, product positioning, and customer segmentation for antibody-focused solutions.
• Drive the transition from pilot programs to revenue generation by developing and supporting validated use cases, scalable offerings, and strategic collaborations.
• Act as the senior liaison between external stakeholders (customers, Key Opinion Leaders, partners) and internal teams (R&D, operations, quality, finance), ensuring clear communication and alignment on product priorities, timelines, and performance metrics.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with KOLs, academic and industry collaborators, and channel partners to co-develop new applications and pioneer innovative use cases for the eProtein Discovery platform.
• Support internal enablement initiatives, including onboarding and training programs, for antibody use cases to ensure sales and customer success teams are well-equipped.
• Contribute to strategic planning and resource prioritization for antibody and adjacent application areas to drive overall business growth.

Education / Experience: 5-10+ years of progressive experience in product strategy, product management, or a closely related commercial role within the biotechnology or life sciences tools industry. Proven track record of building product roadmaps, aligning cross-functional teams, and launching impactful solutions that achieve commercial success.

Required Skills:

• Deep and extensive knowledge of recombinant antibodies, their development, characterization, and downstream applications in research and therapeutic discovery.
• Strong understanding of antibody discovery workflows, including target identification, lead generation, optimization, and validation.
• Proven ability to develop and execute product strategies, including market analysis, competitive positioning, and ROI modeling.
• Demonstrated success in stakeholder management, effectively influencing and aligning R&D, commercial, marketing, and executive leadership.
• Excellent market research and VOC program management skills, with the ability to translate complex insights into clear product requirements.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to operate tactically in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with benchtop instrumentation or platform technologies for biological research.
• Familiarity with protein expression and purification optimization techniques.
• Experience working with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and academic collaborators.
• Knowledge of intellectual property landscape and regulatory considerations in the life sciences.
• Experience in pricing strategy and go-to-market planning for scientific products.

Other: Advanced degree in a related field is preferred; 5-10+ years of relevant experience and a strong portfolio demonstrating strategic product leadership are important for this senior role.

Working hours: standard full-time hours (about 40 hours per week) with flexibility for cross-functional collaboration and travel, including activity with the Boston office as applicable.

• Initial Screening
• Hiring Manager Interview
• Cross-Functional Interviews
• Case Study/Presentation
• Executive/Final Interview

Curate strategically by focusing on 2-3 portfolio projects that show impactful product strategy, roadmap development, market analysis, and commercialization. Quantify impact and demonstrate antibody domain expertise. Prepare to discuss process, data-driven decision making, and go-to-market planning. Include portfolio examples and be ready to tailor to Nuclera and the eProtein Discovery™ system.

• Product Management Platforms: Jira, Confluence, Asana, Productboard, Aha!
• CRM Systems: Salesforce, HubSpot
• Data Analysis & Visualization: Tableau, Power BI, Excel
• Collaboration: Slack, Microsoft Teams, Zoom
• Market Intelligence & VOC: Gartner/Forrester, surveys, interviews
• BI Tools & Analytics: SQL/Excel-based analyses

Industry: Biotechnology / Life Sciences Tools. Nuclera is venture-backed with operations in Cambridge, UK, and Boston, USA. The role sits in the product organization, reporting to a senior product leader, with cross-functional collaboration across R&D, Commercial/Marketing, and Sales/Field Applications. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, agile iteration, and customer-centric strategy in a fast-paced startup environment.

Salary & Benefits: Company bonus scheme: 5% of annual salary; Life insurance; Private medical insurance and cash plan; 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays; Enhanced pension contributions; Enhanced maternity/paternity leave; Investment in professional development; On-site amenities; Fresh fruit, tea, coffee, and snacks.

Office Type: On-site with travel; Remote option noted as Worldwide in some listings, but primary location is Cambridge, UK with travel to customer sites and possibly Boston.

Disclaimer: This refined description excludes AI-generated content and confirms alignment with Nuclera's needs. Verify details directly with the hiring organization before applying.