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Vice President Research And Development (Recombinant Protein Platform)

Loopwormbangalore, karnataka, in

30+ days ago

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About Loopworm

At Loopworm, we’re on the cusp of a breakthrough in recombinant protein production . Our proprietary platform leverages insects as miniature bio-factories to produce complex recombinant proteins — a sustainable and cost-efficient alternative to conventional cell culture systems. Our mission : to redefine protein manufacturing for health, nutrition, and biotech industries globally.

We are looking for a seasoned industrial R&D professional to lead and scale our recombinant protein production R&D efforts, reporting directly to the Board and managing a 20-member team across five specialised verticals :

Molecular Biology & Genetics
Upstream Process Optimisation
Downstream Process Optimisation
QA / QC & Assays
Intellectual Property

Key Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and manage a cross-functional R&D team of scientists, setting clear KPIs and ensuring milestone achievement.

Develop & execute R&D strategy , timelines, and budgets for recombinant protein projects.

Ensure smooth collaboration between vertical teams to accelerate tech development.

Drive process optimisation from gene to purified protein, ensuring scalability and quality.

Partner with the IP team to protect innovations through global patent filings .

Establish and refine R&D processes in line with international best practices.

Oversee hiring within R&D to build high-performing teams.

Present technical updates to leadership, partners, and stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

PhD in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Bioprocess Engineering, or related field.

Hands-on experience in project management within recombinant protein platforms — Insect Cells or Mammalian Cell systems.

Core expertise in Molecular Biology / Genetics or Downstream Processing (must have deep technical skills in at least one).

Strong understanding of all R&D verticals in the protein production pipeline.

Proven track record in team leadership , strategic planning , and meeting R&D timelines .

Hiring and team development experience within R&D.

Experience with IP strategy and working alongside patent attorneys.

Excellent communication, analytical, and critical thinking skills .

Preferred Tools & Software Proficiency (Experience in equivalent tools is equally valued)

Molecular Biology & Bioinformatics – e.g., SnapGene , Vector NTI , Benchling , or similar platforms for construct design, cloning strategy, and sequence analysis.

Data Analysis & Statistical Tools – e.g., GraphPad Prism , R , Python , or equivalent software for experimental data analysis and modelling.

Process Development & Simulation – familiarity with SuperPro Designer , BioSolve , or similar tools for process optimisation and cost modelling.

Quality Management & Documentation – e.g., LIMS platforms (Benchling LIMS, LabWare) or equivalent systems for lab data management and traceability.

Protein Structure & Modelling – e.g., PyMOL , SwissSidechain , AlphaFold , or similar tools for protein structure analysis and visualisation.

Project Management – e.g., Microsoft Project , Asana , Monday.com , or other workflow planning and milestone tracking tools.

IP Management – familiarity with patent search and management databases such as Orbit , PatSnap , WIPO Patentscope , or similar.

Why Join Us?

Be part of an India-first platform redefining how recombinant proteins are made.

Lead a team at the forefront of biotech innovation .

Shape the future of sustainable protein production with global impact.

Work in a fast-paced, VC-backed startup environment where your ideas directly shape outcomes.

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