What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager position at Kraken Regen?
Company Description Kraken Regen develops high-purity, research-grade collagen hydrogel platforms tailored for regenerative medicine research. Its Kraken Collagen Hydrogel is designed to mimic natural extracellular matrix (ECM) and support next-generation 3D biosystems. The company enables researchers working in 3D bioprinting, organoids and advanced cell culture, tissue engineering, and preclinical research. By providing a robust foundation for complex biological models, Kraken Regen aims to accelerate scientific discovery and innovation in regenerative medicine.
Role Description The Manager at Kraken Regen will oversee day-to-day operations and cross-functional activities related to regenerative medicine research products and projects. This full-time, on-site role in Houston, TX includes coordinating project timelines, aligning research and product teams, and ensuring that laboratory and operational processes support high-quality outcomes. The Manager will guide team members, set priorities, and monitor performance metrics, while fostering collaboration between scientific staff, product development, and business stakeholders. The role also involves maintaining compliance with relevant regulations and safety standards, optimizing workflows, and contributing to strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
Role Description The Manager at Kraken Regen will oversee day-to-day operations and cross-functional activities related to regenerative medicine research products and projects. This full-time, on-site role in Houston, TX includes coordinating project timelines, aligning research and product teams, and ensuring that laboratory and operational processes support high-quality outcomes. The Manager will guide team members, set priorities, and monitor performance metrics, while fostering collaboration between scientific staff, product development, and business stakeholders. The role also involves maintaining compliance with relevant regulations and safety standards, optimizing workflows, and contributing to strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, including team supervision, performance coaching, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Experience in project and operations management, with ability to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple initiatives in a research or biotech environment.
- Background in life sciences, biomedical engineering, or related field; familiarity with regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, or advanced cell culture is highly beneficial.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret technical data, optimize processes, and drive continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with diverse scientific and business stakeholders, and for preparing clear reports and presentations.
- Knowledge of laboratory best practices, safety standards, and relevant regulatory or quality frameworks (e.g., GLP, ISO) is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MS, PhD, or MBA) in a relevant discipline is preferred.
- Ability to work on-site in Houston, TX, with a hands-on approach and adaptability in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.