Head of Science & Technology

The Opportunity

Our client is an innovative health technology company operating at the forefront of diagnostics and precision medicine. They are commercialising a market-leading diagnostic platform and expanding internationally across Europe and the Middle East.

As part of an ambitious growth strategy, they are seeking a commercially minded Head of Science & Technology to work directly with the CEO. This is a unique opportunity for someone who combines deep scientific expertise with strong commercial instincts.

This is not a laboratory-based research position. The successful candidate will act as the scientific face of the business while supporting strategic partnerships, commercial growth and international market expansion.

The Role

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will bridge the gap between science and business.

You'll be responsible for communicating complex scientific concepts to clinicians, laboratories, investors and commercial partners, whilst helping shape the company's commercial strategy and supporting international growth.

The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable discussing scientific evidence with leading clinicians as they are supporting commercial negotiations with healthcare organisations and strategic partners.

Key Responsibilities

Scientific Leadership

• Act as the scientific lead for the organisation across multiple international markets.

• Present scientific data and clinical evidence to healthcare professionals, laboratories and key stakeholders.

• Translate complex scientific information into clear commercial and technical messaging.

• Represent the business at conferences, industry events and scientific meetings.

• Ensure scientific accuracy across marketing materials, presentations and technical documentation.

Commercial Support

• Work closely with the CEO on commercial strategy and international expansion.

• Support business development activities with laboratories, healthcare providers and strategic partners.

• Build relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), clinicians and healthcare organisations.

• Provide scientific expertise throughout commercial discussions and partnership opportunities.

• Contribute directly to the commercial success of the business.

Technical & Operational

• Support laboratory onboarding and implementation activities.

• Provide technical oversight during customer implementation.

• Liaise with scientific and technical partners where required.

• Assist with regulatory and compliance activities across multiple jurisdictions.

• Maintain scientific integrity across all products and communications.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop relationships with leaders across healthcare, diagnostics and life sciences.

• Support pilot programmes, clinical collaborations and evaluation projects.

• Engage with both public and private healthcare organisations.

Candidate Profile

Essential Experience

• Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Biomedical Science, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or a related discipline (PhD preferred).

• Strong understanding of molecular diagnostics, biomarkers and precision medicine.

• Knowledge of cancer biology and disease detection pathways.

• Experience within diagnostics, medical devices, biotechnology or life sciences.

• Commercial or business development experience within a scientific environment.

• Comfortable presenting to senior clinical and commercial audiences.

• Experience supporting international business growth.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working with laboratories or diagnostic testing providers.

• Understanding of IVD products and regulatory environments.

• Experience working across European and Middle Eastern markets.

• Additional language skills would be advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• Commercially astute with a strong scientific foundation.

• Excellent communicator capable of engaging technical and non-technical audiences.

• Confident presenting to senior stakeholders.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work autonomously.

• Comfortable in a fast-paced, scaling business.

• Willing to travel internationally when required.

What's on Offer

• Excellent basic salary

• Uncapped performance based commission structure

• Opportunity to work directly with the CEO

• Significant influence on company strategy and growth

• International travel across Europe and the Middle East

• Flexible, high-autonomy working environment

• Opportunity to help commercialise innovative healthcare technology with global impact