Global VP of Molecular Diagnostics R&D & Strategy

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc

Hercules (CA)

On-site

USD 278,000 - 400,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. in Hercules, CA is seeking a senior leader to head Global Assay Development within the Clinical Diagnostics Group. You will set multi-modality portfolio strategy and guide molecular assay programs from concept through transfer, ensuring FDA/IVDR/CE readiness and audits.

You will own the operating plan, budget, and talent strategy, manage Sr. Directors, and align quality, regulatory, and supply chains.

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of progressive leadership in IVD/diagnostics R&D with assay leadership.
  • Deep knowledge of regulated development and quality systems (FDA QSR/ISO 13485, IVDR/CE).
  • Expert-level molecular assay chemistries and workflows (qPCR, dPCR, NGS).

Responsibilities

  • Set strategic direction and multi-year investment for Global Assay Development.
  • Own phase-gate governance, development standards, and performance thresholds.
  • Serve as R&D sponsor for design-control governance and major submissions/audits.
  • Define technology strategy across modalities and manage make/buy/partner decisions.
  • Own operating plan, budget, and talent strategy; lead Sr. Directors and executives.
  • Align with Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and Commercial leadership.

Skills

Strategic leadership
Executive communication
Global cross-functional leadership
Portfolio governance

Education

Master’s degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology/Bioengineering
Ph.D. in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology/Bioengineering

Job description

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. in Hercules, CA is seeking a senior leader to head Global Assay Development within the Clinical Diagnostics Group. You will set multi-modality portfolio strategy and guide molecular assay programs from concept through transfer, ensuring FDA/IVDR/CE readiness and audits.

You will own the operating plan, budget, and talent strategy, manage Sr. Directors, and align quality, regulatory, and supply chains.

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