Director, Operations

Director, Operations

At Nautilus, we have a big and important mission : improve the health of millions by unleashing the potential of the proteome to accelerate drug development and enable a new world of precision and personalized medicine. We are developing a single-molecule protein analysis platform of unprecedented sensitivity, scale, and ease of use that we believe will democratize access to the proteome one of the most dynamic and valuable sources of biological insight. To accomplish this, we are pursuing hard scientific problems with an entrepreneurial mindset and creating a world-class team of builders, innovators, and dreamers across a wide range of disciplines.

We are hiring for a Director, Operations to join our growing team. This role is a critical leadership position responsible for ensuring Nautilus's Instrument and Flow Cell Operations meet commercialization timelines and compliance standards. As a leader in this position, you will translate the company's strategy into clear operational roadmaps and act as a trusted advisor to the executive team. You will have the opportunity to build and manage high-performing teams and contribute to a mission-driven culture as you help us bring our platform to the world.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Manage timelines and deliverables for product development and commercialization.
• Oversee the production of flowcells and instruments.
• Manage the supply chain and logistics, including sourcing, inventory, and distribution of materials and products. You'll also be responsible for architecting complex supply chains with multiple partners.
• Ensure operations comply with FDA, GMP, ISO, and other relevant regulatory standards.
• Control operational budgets and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, QA / QC, and commercial teams, to drive results.
• Implement and optimize systems for quality assurance and control.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Build and manage teams across manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation.
• Report on operational performance metrics to senior management and adjust tactics as needed.
• Lead teams through periods of rapid growth, transformation, and scaling with clarity and confidence.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Nautilus Team Culture