Head of Molecular & Cellular Diagnostics - Product Development

Cambridge Consultants; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Head of Molecular and Cellular Diagnostics to lead a multidisciplinary team in developing innovative diagnostic solutions. This strategic role requires proven leadership in diagnostics, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to drive product innovation. Ideal candidates will possess technical expertise in biology and device engineering, along with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in diagnostics across molecular biology, cellular systems, and device development.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a track record of driving innovation.
• Experience in product design or development within diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute strategic direction for diagnostics.
• Inspire and mentor a multidisciplinary team.
• Oversee the design and development of new diagnostic technologies.

Skills

Leadership in diagnostics

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Technical literacy in biology

Innovation drive

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking a visionary and entrepreneurial Head of Molecular and Cellular Diagnostics to lead our multidisciplinary team at the forefront of product innovation in diagnostics. This is a strategic leadership role that blends deep technical expertise with commercial acumen, driving the development of cutting-edge diagnostic solutions that integrate biology, materials science, and device engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the strategic direction for molecular and cellular diagnostics, aligning with broader company goals and market opportunities.
• Team Leadership: Inspire, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of scientists, engineers, and designers across disciplines.
• Commercial Engagement: Represent and articulate our unique product design capabilities to clients and stakeholders, translating complex technical concepts into compelling value propositions.
• Innovation & Development: Oversee the design and development of novel diagnostic technologies, ensuring scientific rigor, technical feasibility, and user-centric design.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with product, commercial, and technical teams to ensure seamless integration of diagnostics into broader product ecosystems.
• Market Insight: Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory landscapes to inform strategic decisions and innovation pipelines.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven leadership experience in diagnostics, ideally spanning molecular biology, cellular systems, and device development.
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to balance technical depth and commercial thinking.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a track record of driving innovation and navigating ambiguity.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Technical literacy across biology, materials science, and device engineering.
• Experience in product design or development within a diagnostics or healthcare context is highly desirable.