Vice President Science and Technology

The Vice President (VP) of Science and Technology plays a pivotal role in driving the organization's technological vision and ensuring that it remains competitive in an ever-evolving innovation landscape. This position involves a blend of strategic planning, leadership, and hands‑on management to keep the business unit at the forefront of innovation and technological advancement.

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement long‑term strategies for technological and scientific growth, ensuring alignment with the organization's overall goals and objectives.
• Lead and mentor a team of scientists and technologists, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Technology Management: Oversee the acquisition, implementation, and management of technology infrastructure to support the business unit’s 5‑year growth strategy.
• Research and Development: Drive R&D efforts to keep the organization ahead of technological trends, working closely with Product Management to develop a 5‑year NPD and technology funnel.
• Collaboration: Represent the company across LGC sites, businesses, and externally at scientific meetings; serve as a thought leader in scientific, technology, and industry forums.
• Custom Co‑Creation Execution: Work closely with customers, commercial, operations, and product management teams to identify and execute custom co‑creation projects to customer specifications.
• Compliance and Security: Ensure all technological initiatives comply with regulations and standards, maintain data security and privacy, and manage IP from filing disclosures to patent prosecution.
• Budget Management: Manage the budget for the science and technology department, ensuring effective and efficient resource allocation.

• PhD degree in a biomedical sciences discipline.
• Proven track record at the executive level leading scientific teams.
• Strong understanding of current and emerging technologies in the life sciences tool or in‑vitro diagnostics space.
• 15+ years of experience in genomics, with proven expertise in oligo chemistry/synthesis and genomics technologies (PCR, NGS, automation).
• Knowledge in healthcare and diagnostics preferred.
• Experience with NPD product/process development and manufacturing in a cGMP environment for RUO and IVD labelled products.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Successfully published in peer‑reviewed literature.
• Experience with IP management.

• Competitive compensation with a strong bonus program.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents.
• FSA/HSA pre‑tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care.
• Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution.
• Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program.
• Flexible work options.
• Pet Insurance for our furry friends.
• Enhanced parental leave of 8 additional weeks.
• PTO that begins immediately.
• Town hall monthly meetings onsite/virtual, cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, company‑wide social events, frequent catered lunches, and more!

Pay range for this role:
Minimum $236,000 / per year;
Maximum $353,000 / per year. The base salary will be influenced by experience, skills, and location.

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Shortlisting, interviewing, and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.