Product Marketing Manager, Research & Modalities

Product Marketing Manager, Research & Modalities Location San Francisco, CA Employment Type Full time Location Type Hybrid Department Marketing Compensation $191,250 – $258,750 • Offers Equity U.S. Benefits Full-time U.S. employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits program including equity, health, dental, vision, 401(k)+ employer match, wellness, commuter, and more. Benchling takes a market-based approach to pay. The candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, interview performance, and work location. Overview Application Biotechnology is rewriting life as we know it, from the medicines we take, to the crops we grow, the materials we wear, and the household goods that we rely on every day. But moving at the new speed of science requires better technology. Benchling’s mission is to unlock the power of biotechnology. The world’s most innovative biotech companies use Benchling’s R&D Cloud to power the development of breakthrough products and accelerate time to milestone and market. Come help us bring modern software to modern science. ROLE OVERVIEW We’re looking for a Product Marketing Lead, Research & Modalities to define and execute Benchling’s go-to-market strategy for the Research phase of the biotech lifecycle. This senior individual contributor role will focus on positioning Benchling as the platform of choice for modern, data-driven discovery — spanning molecular biology, cell engineering, and emerging modalities like biologics, RNA, and cell and gene therapies. You’ll combine scientific depth with marketing acumen to translate complex capabilities into compelling narratives that resonate with scientists, R&D leaders, and IT stakeholders. RESPONSIBILITIES Define positioning, segmentation, and narrative for Benchling’s Research and Modality portfolio. Translate scientific and technical capabilities into clear, differentiated messaging and content. Lead go-to-market strategy and execution for new and existing products, driving adoption and revenue growth. Develop enablement materials — customer stories, presentations, and competitive insights — to equip Sales and Customer Experience teams. Conduct and synthesize market research to understand customer needs, trends, and competitive dynamics. Partner closely with Product Management and Strategy to influence roadmap priorities and ensure product-market fit. Align cross-functional teams around shared goals, launches, and success metrics. QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (scientific, technical, or business) preferred. Experience: 10+ years in product marketing or related roles within B2B SaaS, AI, or life sciences technology. Domain expertise: Strong curiosity to understanding of biotech R&D — especially molecular biology, cell engineering, and emerging modalities such as biologics, RNA, and cell/gene therapies. Scientific fluency: Ability to engage confidently with R&D scientists and IT leaders, translating complex science into clear business value. Cross-functional communication: Excellent collaborator with proven ability to align Product, Sales, and Marketing around shared outcomes. Curiosity and product sense: Passion for software, AI, and data technologies shaping the future of biotech R&D. HOW WE WORK We offer a flexible hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes in-office collaboration. Employees are expected to be on-site 3 days per week (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday). #LI-Hybrid #BI-Hybrid #LI-DT1 Benchling welcomes everyone. We believe diversity enriches our team so we hire people with a wide range of identities, backgrounds, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer. That means we don’t discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Salary : $191,250 - $258,750