Director of Product Management, Evidence Generation Platform for Discovery and Life Sciences

Welcome to the era of Velsera! Seven Bridges, Pierian & UgenTec have combined to become Velsera.

Velsera is the precision engine company. We empower researchers, scientists, and clinicians to drive precision R&D, expand access to, and more effectively leverage analytics at the point of care. 

We unify technology-enabled solutions and scientific expertise to enable a continuous flow of knowledge across the global healthcare ecosystem. This interweaves diverse biomedical communities, allowing them to build upon each other’s success and accelerate medical breakthroughs that positively impact human health.

With our headquarters in Boston, MA, we are growing and expanding our team which located in 14 different countries!

Job Overview:

We are seeking a visionary and experienced Director of Product Management to lead the development and strategic direction of our Evidence Generation Platform for the discovery and life sciences markets. This role will drive the creation of data-driven tools and platforms that empower researchers, biotech companies, and pharmaceutical partners to generate actionable insights from real-world data (RWD), clinical trials, and high-throughput research. The ideal candidate will combine deep product management expertise, strong technical acumen, and an understanding of the life sciences ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for the evidence generation platform, ensuring alignment with company goals, market demands, and user needs in the biopharma, healthcare, and life sciences sectors.
• Identify key market trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscapes to ensure the platform is at the forefront of innovation in real-world evidence (RWE) and data analytics.

• Lead and mentor a team of product managers, providing strategic guidance and ensuring alignment across multiple product lines and initiatives.
• Foster a collaborative environment, promoting cross-functional partnerships with engineering, data science, regulatory, and commercial teams.

• Collaborate with key internal stakeholders (e.g., R&D, business development, and commercial teams) and external partners (e.g., biotech, pharma, and academic researchers) to understand evolving needs in evidence generation, clinical trials, and discovery science.
• Act as the primary advocate for the product with executive leadership, ensuring buy-in and resource allocation for key initiatives.

• Oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle of the evidence generation platform, from concept to market delivery.
• Prioritize platform features and enhancements based on user feedback, market opportunities, and internal capabilities, ensuring the platform delivers cutting-edge functionality (e.g., data integration, analytics, AI/ML capabilities, cohort analysis, etc.).
• Ensure the product is scalable, modular, and compliant with regulatory and data privacy standards (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR, 21 CFR Part 11).

• Lead ongoing market analysis to assess customer needs, technology developments, and industry competition in real-world evidence, clinical data, and discovery research tools.

• Develop and execute the go-to-market strategy for the platform, working closely with marketing, sales, and customer success teams to ensure successful product launches and adoption.
• Oversee pricing models, market positioning, and messaging to maximize the platform’s commercial potential in life sciences research and biopharma development.

• Lead data-driven product decisions, utilizing user analytics, customer feedback, and market metrics to continuously iterate on the product roadmap.
• Develop and implement KPIs to track product performance and success, adjusting strategies as needed to meet revenue and adoption targets.

• Establish strong relationships with key customers, acting as the voice of the customer and ensuring the platform delivers value to researchers and decision-makers.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. An advanced degree (PhD) or MBA is highly preferred.

• 8-10+ years of experience in product management, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience leading product strategy for software platforms in the life sciences, healthcare, or clinical research sectors, particularly focusing on data platforms, analytics, or evidence generation tools.
• Hands-on experience working with real-world data (RWD), real-world evidence (RWE), clinical data, or omics technologies.
• Track record of managing end-to-end product lifecycles for complex, data-driven platforms in highly regulated environments.

• Deep understanding of evidence generation platforms, data management (e.g., RWD, EHRs, clinical trials data, registries), and associated analytics tools.
• Knowledge of AI/ML applications in life sciences research, with a focus on how these technologies can be leveraged to advance drug discovery, clinical trials, and outcomes research.
• Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructures (e.g., AWS, GCP) and API-driven product ecosystems.

• Strong expertise in Agile methodologies, including scrum, sprint planning, and backlog management.
• Experience working with multi-functional teams, including engineering, data science, and commercial teams, to drive product delivery and growth.
• Ability to translate complex user requirements and technical challenges into clear
• Deep knowledge of the discovery and life sciences markets, including the challenges and opportunities in biopharma R&D, clinical development, and regulatory landscapes.

• Experience working with C-suite executives, board members, and external partners, with the ability to communicate strategic goals and product vision effectively.

Key Competencies:

• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, driving results across multiple product lines and initiatives.
• Strategic Thinking: Strong ability to think strategically and make decisions that align product development with business goals and market opportunities.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, capable of articulating complex concepts to diverse audiences, including executives, researchers, and customers.
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance long-term product vision with short-term operational needs.
• Collaboration: Proven experience in working across multiple teams and stakeholders, building consensus, and driving product execution in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with AI/ML-based discovery tools or evidence generation platforms.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks governing the use of RWE in drug development, such as FDA guidance on RWE and clinical data integration.
• Experience in product management of SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) platforms tailored to biopharma or clinical trials workflows.
• Experience with API design and third-party integrations in evidence generation ecosystems.
• Understanding of user-centered design and UX/UI best practices in the context of scientific or healthcare tools.

Our Core Values

People first. We create collaborative and supportive environments by operating with respect and flexibility to promote mental, emotional and physical health. We practice empathy by treating others the way they want to be treated and assuming positive intent. We are proud of our inclusive diverse team and humble ourselves to learn about and build our connection with each other.

Patient focused. We act with swift determination without sacrificing our expectations of quality. We are driven by providing exceptional solutions for our customers to positively impact patient lives. Considering what is at stake, we challenge ourselves to develop the best solution, not just the easy one. 

Integrity. We hold ourselves accountable and strive for transparent communication to build trust amongst ourselves and our customers. We take ownership of our results as we know what we do matters and collectively we will change the healthcare industry. We are thoughtful and intentional with every customer interaction understanding the overall impact on human health. 

Curious. We ask questions and actively listen in order to learn and continuously improve. We embrace change and the opportunities it presents to make each other better. We strive to be on the cutting edge of science and technology innovation by encouraging creativity. 

Impactful. We take our social responsibility with the seriousness it deserves and hold ourselves to a high standard. We improve our sustainability by encouraging discussion and taking action as it relates to our natural, social and economic resource footprint. We are devoted to our humanitarian mission and look for new ways to make the world a better place. 

Velsera is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Velsera is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, colour, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry.