Product Manager - NGS

Oxford Gene Technology; Oxford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Bonus Scheme

Private Health Insurance

Group Income Protection

Group Life Assurance

High Street Discount Scheme

Job summary

Oxford Gene Technology is looking for a Product Manager for NGS. This role focuses on driving the success of their NGS product portfolio, involving market research, new product development, and strategic planning.

Candidates should have a degree in molecular biology and commercial experience in Life Sciences or Genomics. Position includes a company bonus scheme, private health insurance, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in commercial role in Life Sciences, Genomics, or in vitro diagnostics.
• Strong analytical skills with a customer focus.
• Able to travel internationally for up to 20% of working time.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and analysis to gather customer voice.
• Collaborate with teams for new product development.
• Lead product launch processes and coordinate activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Customer-focused

Knowledge of NGS

Commercial experience in Life Sciences

Understanding of molecular biology

Education

Degree in molecular biology

Job description

OGT is a leading global provider of clinical and diagnostic genomic solutions. We believe in creating products and partnerships that enable clinicians to deliver personalised healthcare to patients and that empower clinical researchers to develop the next generation of precision medicines.

Are you looking for a change in your career, are you an ambitious, talented and a motivated individual? This could be the role for you!

An opportunity has arisen in our Marketing team who play a pivotal role in driving the company's growth by strategically positioning and promoting our innovative FISH and NGS products across research, clinical, and pharma markets.

As a Product Manager for NGS at OGT, your primary responsibility is to drive the success of our Next‑Generation Sequencing (NGS) product portfolio. You will join our NGS Product Management team who are entrusted with overseeing the entire lifecycle of our NGS products, from conception through to launch and ongoing optimisation. Your role involves understanding market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscapes to develop and execute strategic product plans.

Responsibilities

Your duties will include:

• Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to gather the voice of the customer, identifying key needs, pain points, and market trends
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive new product development (NPD) ideation, ensuring alignment with company goals and customer requirements
• Develop robust business cases for new product initiatives, including market opportunity assessment, financial projections, and risk analysis
• Lead the product launch process, coordinating activities across marketing, sales, operations, and support functions to ensure a successful market introduction
• Develop and execute strategic plans for product commercialization, including pricing strategies, distribution channels, and promotional tactics
• Oversee the development of global marketing campaigns to effectively position and promote products in target markets
• Define product positioning, messaging, and value propositions based on customer insights and competitive analysis
• Collaborate with sales teams to develop sales enablement tools, training materials, and collateral to support product selling efforts
• Monitor product performance and customer feedback post‑launch, iterating on strategies and tactics to optimise product success
• Act as a subject matter expert for the product portfolio, providing guidance and support to internal teams and external stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, features, and user experience based on market feedback and technological advancements
• Establish and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders, customers, and partners to stay informed about market dynamics and emerging opportunities

Qualifications

What we’re looking for in you:

• Degree level education in a molecular biology discipline
• Previous experience in a commercial (sales or marketing) role in Life Sciences, Genomics, or in vitro diagnostics
• Knowledge of NGS, ideally in a clinical setting
• Comprehensive knowledge and keen interest in developing applications, new technology and uptake in clinical and diagnostic applications
• Strong analytical skills
• Customer‑focused
• Able to travel for up to 20% of their working time, including internationally
• Experience in clinical cytogenetics, molecular genetics, or cancer genetics
• 1‑2 years lab experience in NGS
• Proven track record of success in growing or supporting sales in clinical molecular genetics, diagnostics, or cancer genetics markets, including managing relationships with key customers/opinion leaders in their field
• A successful track record in product management and/or product development

Benefits

In return you will receive:

• Company Bonus Scheme
• Private Health Insurance
• Group Income Protection
• Group Life Assurance
• High Street Discount Scheme

Application

Application is via CV and a one‑page covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, salary expectations and notice period.

Please note that we will need to establish your right to work during the recruitment process. We are unable to sponsor any visa applications at this time and applicants must have the right to work in the UK.