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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Specialist, Technical Product Management with a strong background in imaging technologies to support our image profiling initiatives. This role will be responsible for driving product discovery, gathering requirements, conducting risk assessments, developing project roadmaps, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Discovery:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify business needs and goals related to imaging initiatives.

• Conduct research on potential imaging products, tools, and technologies that align with project objectives.

• Assess the value proposition of proposed imaging solutions to prioritize effectively.

Requirements Gathering:

• Engage with scientists, researchers, and technical teams to understand core requirements for imaging infrastructure and applications.

• Document and analyze user needs, functional specifications, and system requirements for imaging projects.

• Translate requirements into actionable deliverables, ensuring alignment with project goals and constraints.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation:

• Conduct risk assessments and impact analyses to identify potential risks, challenges, and dependencies in imaging projects.

• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize project disruptions.

• Monitor and communicate risk mitigation efforts, recommending adjustments as needed.

Collaboration and Coordination:

• Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams, including data science, software development, and infrastructure, to ensure seamless integration and interoperability of imaging initiatives.

• Coordinate dependencies, resolve conflicts, and promote collaboration across teams to achieve project goals.

• Leverage Jira or equivalent project management tools for requirements tracking and issue management.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant STEM field such as Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or a related discipline. Biology experience preferred.

• Experience with digital software lifecycle documentation and GLP software deployments.

• Proven experience (3+ years) as a Business Analyst, ideally in projects related to high content imaging, flow cytometry, or digital pathology.

• Familiarity with Jira or equivalent project management tools for requirements tracking and issue management.

• Familiarity with Halo, Visiopharm, Signals Image Artist, FlowJo, and/or matlab.

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

If you possess a passion for imaging technologies and a knack for translating complex requirements into actionable solutions, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:

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Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”.

The Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate’s relevant skills, experience, and education.

Expected US salary range:

$111,400.00 - $175,300.00

Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of benefits is listed here (https://www.benefitsatmerck.com/) .

San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Required Skills:

Asset Management, Benefits Management, Management System Development, Product Management, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Strategic Planning, System Designs

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

12/14/2024

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Requisition ID: R323140