Director, Market Intelligence & Development
Remote
Full Time
#Marketing
#Market Research
#Data Visualization
#CRM Systems
#Competitive Analysis
#Project Management
At Karius, we are a venture-backed life science startup dedicated to transforming how we observe pathogens and microbes throughout the human body. By unlocking the information hidden in microbial cell-free DNA, we empower doctors to solve their most challenging medical cases and provide industry partners with the tools to accelerate biomarker discovery and clinical trials. Our mission is to reduce patient suffering worldwide by conquering infectious diseases through genomic sequencing and machine learning. We are looking for a passionate, purpose-driven leader to join our team and help us make a life-changing impact at scale.
What is this role?
We are seeking a Director, Market Intelligence & Development to join our Marketing team on a full-time, remote basis. This is a senior-level leadership position designed for a strategic thinker who can bridge the gap between complex market data and actionable business decisions. You will be instrumental in guiding our product launches and shaping our long-term commercial strategy.
What will you do?
- Lead the development and execution of go-to-market strategies for new products, including managing pilot programs, messaging, and sales enablement resources.
- Design and implement comprehensive market research initiatives to gather customer insights, assess competitive landscapes, and inform product development across the organization.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with teams like Product, Engineering, and Medical Affairs to build a centralized repository of customer insights and establish company-wide strategic priorities.
What makes you a great fit?
To be successful in this role, you should bring a blend of analytical rigor and collaborative leadership. We are looking for someone who meets the following criteria:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or Sales, with an advanced degree preferred.
- At least 10 years of relevant experience, including 5 or more years in roles such as strategy consulting, sales operations, competitive intelligence, or marketing analytics.
- Proven expertise in market research, data visualization, CRM systems, and competitive analysis.
- A track record of managing complex projects and translating market data into successful business strategies.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex findings to leadership teams.
- A self-starting mentality, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.
What's in it for you?
Joining Karius means becoming part of a mission-driven team working on the cutting edge of medical technology. In addition to the opportunity to contribute to life-saving innovations, we offer:
- The flexibility of a remote work environment.
