ORYL Photonics is a startup located in Epalinges near Lausanne (Switzerland). We are the first company to commercialize laboratory instruments based on Second Harmonic Scattering, a non-linear optical effect which is triggered using femtosecond lasers. We have just launched our first instrument, the Oryl F1, tailored for solubility and aggregation-research within industrial and academic life science laboratories.
To strengthen our team we are looking for you as
Head of Application Science
In this pivotal role directly reporting to the CEO, you play a key part in ORYL’s commercialization strategy by sharpening the application focus and customer segment strategy and translating it into action. You take the lead in fostering current applications, as well as exploring new ones for our instruments.
The position is located in Epalinges, Switzerland, within the thriving Biopole community.
Your role and responsibilities include
Leading a growing team of scientists and laboratory technicians
Developing new and competitive application data for thought leadership content and sales collateral
Being responsible for the execution and reporting of the measurement services we offer
Delivering excellent application pre- and post-sales support
Being responsible for the continuous technical education of the application and sales team
Translating commercial application needs into scientific designs and content
Actively engaging with the sales team to run scientific programs
Supporting Operations with the test and validation of our products
Supporting R&D in further development and optimization of our instruments, software, consumables and other technologies
Supporting the Marketing and Sales teams by attending key conferences
Managing activities with external partners for public grants related to application development
We need somebody who
Has a vast experience in life science research, and is aware of the current state of the art as well as bottlenecks especially in the areas of drug discovery and formulation, vaccine development, biotechnology and genetic engineering, and diagnostics
Is self-motivated and highly independent
Ideally has experience in solubility and aggregation measurements using nephelometry/linear scattering or HPLC
Is customer-centric and has a high commercial drive and enjoys interacting with customers of all nationalities and cultures
Has a great business acumen, and can see the big picture of what the company needs and execute this into action
Ideally has proven management experience to lead a team of Application Scientists located in-house and in the field
Has leadership capabilities with a high degree of curiosity in exploring and satisfying the needs of the customers
What we expect
PhD in Pharmaceutical technology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry, Biotechnology or related fields
Minimum 3 years life science industry experience
Experience in assay and method development as well as data evaluation and statistics
Keen and able to travel with overnight stay (approx. 10% of time)
Excellent English language skills
Solid computer skills including demonstrated ability to leverage generative AI tools
Excellent writing and presentation skills
What we offer
A vibrant and multicultural team of smart, curious, open and internationally minded people
A fast learning curve in an exciting, challenging and open environment, where you will work within an interdisciplinary team
Potential for professional development in line with the growth of the company
Options Plan for participating in the company’s success
