Director of Business Development, BioInsight

Illumina; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Illumina in Singapore seeks a Director of Business Development for the BioInsights unit to drive global partnership strategy and accelerate adoption of genomics, multiomics, and AI-enabled analytics across pharma, biotech, healthcare, and academia.

You will build senior relationships, source and close strategic collaborations, and lead transactions from assessment to contract execution, collaborating with R&D, Product, Commercial, Legal, and Finance teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Genomics, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Business, or a related field.
• MBA, PhD, MD, PharmD, or equivalent advanced degree will be preferred.
• 18+ years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, licensing, corporate development, or commercial leadership within biotechnology, genomics, diagnostics, or pharmaceutical industries.
• Experience in data partnerships, technology licensing, multiomics, AI-enabled drug discovery, or precision medicine.
• Experience evaluating strategic investments, acquisitions, or corporate partnerships.
• Proven track record of originating, negotiating, and closing strategic partnerships.
• Strong understanding of genomics, multiomics, drug discovery, and precision medicine markets.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and build relationships with senior and executive-level stakeholders.
• Established network across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare organizations.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the global business development and partnership strategy for BioInsight, leading across APAC and supporting across other regions.
• Build and maintain senior relationships across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, academic, and government organizations.
• Source, negotiate, and close strategic collaborations, licensing agreements, and commercial partnerships.
• Identify new growth opportunities across genomics, multiomics, drug discovery, precision medicine, and AI-enabled analytics.
• Lead complex transactions from opportunity assessment through contract execution and ongoing partnership management.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to translate scientific innovation into commercial impact.
• Represent Illumina externally at industry events, customer engagements, and executive forums.

Skills

Strategic partnerships

Business development

Negotiation

Relationship management

Executive stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences / Genomics / Molecular Biology / Bioinformatics / Business

MBA / PhD / MD / PharmD preferred

Job description

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Help shape the future of genomics-driven drug discovery and precision medicine.

Illumina is seeking a Director, Business Development to drive strategic growth for the BioInsights Business Unit. In this highly visible leadership role, you will develop and execute partnerships that accelerate the adoption of genomics, multiomics, and AI-enabled analytics across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, and research organizations. Working closely with senior leaders across R&D, Product, Commercial, Legal, and Finance, you will identify new growth opportunities, build strategic relationships, and lead complex collaborations that create long-term value for customers and patients worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the global business development and partnership strategy for BioInsight, leading across APAC and supporting across other regions.
• Build and maintain senior relationships across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, academic, and government organizations.
• Source, negotiate, and close strategic collaborations, licensing agreements, and commercial partnerships.
• Identify new growth opportunities across genomics, multiomics, drug discovery, precision medicine, and AI-enabled analytics.
• Lead complex transactions from opportunity assessment through contract execution and ongoing partnership management.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to translate scientific innovation into commercial impact.
• Represent Illumina externally at industry events, customer engagements, and executive forums.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Genomics, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Business, or a related field.
• MBA, PhD, MD, PharmD, or equivalent advanced degree will be preferred.
• 18+ years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, licensing, corporate development, or commercial leadership within biotechnology, genomics, diagnostics, or pharmaceutical industries.
• Experience in data partnerships, technology licensing, multiomics, AI-enabled drug discovery, or precision medicine.
• Experience evaluating strategic investments, acquisitions, or corporate partnerships.
• Proven track record of originating, negotiating, and closing strategic partnerships.
• Strong understanding of genomics, multiomics, drug discovery, and precision medicine markets.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and build relationships with senior and executive-level stakeholders.
• Established network across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare organizations.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information.

Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.

The potential of genomics to change the world is unparalleled. At Illumina, we are leading the way. Our technology empowers researchers and clinicians globally to improve cancer treatments, change the course of diseases, protect the environment, and fight food insecurity. We are made up of dedicated professionals, all-in on creating a better world – and we need every skill set on our path to making genomics useful for all. Learn more about life at Illumina.