Are you tired of the repetitive cycle of pipetting, PCRs, and waiting for cultures to grow? Do you find yourself more interested in how a breakthrough reaches the market than the actual titration process?
If you hold a Master’s or PhD in the Life Sciences and feel drawn toward the bigger picture, your career pivot starts right here.
The Mumbai Biocluster, in collaboration with the Biologics Workshop, is inviting applications for a rare hybrid role — the Scientist-Manager.
This is your chance to trade your lab coat for a seat at the decision-making table.
🧪 Why Make the Switch to Biotech Management?
For many researchers, the PhD or Master’s journey means deep specialization. But industry growth demands professionals who can:
- Translate complex biological data into business strategy
- Align R&D timelines with commercialization goals
- Communicate science to investors, regulators, and stakeholders
Biotech Management and Science Communication are the engines of the industry.
Without strong leadership and strategic direction, even life-saving biologics never leave the notebook.
Reality Check: Lab roles are essential. But management pathways often offer faster career growth, broader networks, and direct involvement in commercialization.
If you’ve ever thought, “I want to influence decisions, not just generate data,” this pivot makes sense.
📍 The Role: What Does a “Non-Lab” Scientist Do?
This is not a clerical or admin job. It’s strategic, communication-driven, and impact-focused.
As part of the Mumbai Biocluster team, your responsibilities may include:
📢 Science Communication
- Simplifying complex biological mechanisms
- Preparing presentations for investors & partners
- Drafting technical briefs and reports
🗓️ Project Orchestration
- Tracking biologics development milestones
- Coordinating between research, regulatory, and business teams
🤝 Stakeholder Engagement
- Acting as a bridge between scientists and executives
- Supporting partnership development initiatives
📈 Strategic Planning
- Understanding India’s biotech regulatory landscape
- Contributing to commercialization roadmaps
🏢 Living & Working in Mumbai
Located in Mumbai, India’s financial capital, the Biocluster operates at the intersection of innovation, capital, and policy.
These are on-site roles.
Mumbai is fast-paced, competitive, and opportunity-rich. If you thrive in high-energy environments and don’t mind the hustle, this ecosystem can accelerate your growth dramatically.
Candidates must either:
- Be Mumbai-based, or
- Be fully prepared to relocate
✔️ Are You the Right Fit?
The ideal candidate is a “T-shaped” professional — deep technical knowledge with broad communication and leadership skills.
🎓 Academic Background
- M.Sc. / M.Tech / PhD in:
- Life Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Biochemistry
- Allied disciplines
- Understanding of biologics & drug development lifecycle
💡 Soft Skills That Matter
- Ability to explain a monoclonal antibody mechanism to a non-scientist
- Strong written communication
- Leadership mindset
- Organizational ability
If you’ve defended a thesis, managed a lab workflow, or led a research project — you already possess transferable management skills.
🚀 Freshers & PhD Pivoters — This Is for You
Many PhDs feel:
- Overqualified for entry-level roles
- Under-experienced for corporate leadership
This opportunity is designed to bridge that exact gap.
Your analytical rigor, research discipline, and problem-solving ability are huge assets — you just need to reposition them toward strategic execution.
📩 How to Apply (Your Pitch Matters!)
This role values communication as much as qualification.
Step 1: Update Your CV
Highlight:
- Leadership roles
- Writing experience
- Conference presentations
- Project coordination
Step 2: Write a 200-Word Pitch
Explain:
- Why you want to move from bench to management
- How your research background supports strategic roles
Step 3: Use a Professional Subject Line
Application for Management Role – [Your Name] – [Your Qualification]
Step 4: Send Your Application To:
✨ Final Thoughts
The transition from academic research to biotech management is one of the most powerful career moves a scientist can make.
You don’t leave science behind.
You amplify its impact.
Instead of publishing a paper read by a few hundred peers, you help shape decisions that influence thousands — or millions.
If you’re ready to step out of the lab and into leadership, your seat at the table is waiting.
