Technical Director – R&D
Core
Strategic scientific leader driving the development and execution of innovative molecular diagnostic products and technologies across the full R&D lifecycle.
Role type
Senior IC Technical Director (R&D)
Builds
Next-generation sequencing (NGS) and cell-free DNA (cfDNA) diagnostic products for prenatal, oncology, and related applications.
Domain
Healthcare diagnostics / Molecular biology / Clinical laboratory
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology expertise, cell-free DNA (cfDNA) biology and analysis, highly automated laboratory workflows, liquid handling systems, process robustness, throughput optimization, R&D lifecycle management, cross-functional leadership, strategic portfolio planning, CAP/CLIA-regulated environment experience
Preferred skills
Doctorate in biology/molecular biology/biochemistry/chemistry/engineering, 10+ years in NGS assay development and bioinformatic analysis, 5+ years in cfDNA fetal fraction assessment and assay performance characterization
Technologies
Next-generation sequencing (NGS), liquid handling systems, bioinformatic analysis tools
Responsibilities
Lead and develop high-performing scientific teams, identify and translate emerging scientific advances into differentiated products, maintain awareness of competitor activities and technology trends, shape portfolio and innovation strategies, influence critical decisions across Research, Clinical Operations, Bioinformatics, Quality, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, and Commercial functions, oversee research projects from experimental design through transfer to Operations laboratories
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & hands-on technical expertise
