Head of Molecular & Cellular Diagnostics - Product Development

Cambridge Consultants Ltd; Hartford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in diagnostics is seeking a visionary Head of Molecular and Cellular Diagnostics to lead their multidisciplinary team. This role involves defining strategic direction, inspiring a high-performing team, and overseeing the development of innovative diagnostic technologies. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership experience, a strategic mindset, and technical expertise in biological and materials sciences, coupled with commercial acumen. Excellent communication skills are vital for engaging diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in diagnostics, ideally in molecular biology and cellular systems.
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to balance technical depth and commercial thinking.
• Experience in product design or development within a diagnostics or healthcare context.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the strategic direction for molecular and cellular diagnostics.
• Inspire, mentor, and manage a team of scientists, engineers, and designers.
• Oversee the design and development of novel diagnostic technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Technical literacy in biology

Commercial acumen

Education

Relevant technical degree

Job description

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.

• 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.
  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.