Director, Corporate Business Development (Infectious Disease)

Hybrid in Oxford·Added 12 days ago (last checked 7 Oct)

Oxford Nanopore Technologies

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Overview

Job details

Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Be near Oxford for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Have senior-level experience
Director-level role.

Skills

Nice to have

Genomics

Requirements

What we're looking for

Proven experience in business development, partnerships, or corporate strategy within life sciences, biotech, diagnostics, or related sectors
Strong understanding of infectious disease markets, clinical diagnostics, or applied genomics (highly advantageous)
Demonstrated ability to structure, negotiate, and execute complex deals
Excellent financial and commercial acumen, including building business cases and models
Experience working across cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior leadership
Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation and impact

The role

Director, Corporate Business Development (Infectious Disease)

We are seeking a Director of Corporate Business Development (Infectious Disease) to play a key role in shaping ONT's growth across clinical diagnostics, public health, and applied infectious disease markets.

This is a highly strategic and externally facing role, focused on building and leading partnerships that enable the development and commercialisation of nanopore sequencing applications. You will work at the intersection of science, business, and innovation - identifying opportunities, structuring deals, and bringing partnerships to life that deliver long-term value.

What you'll do

You will lead business development activity within the Infectious Disease segment, driving partnerships that expand ONT's presence and impact across key markets.

Define and execute partnership strategy across infectious disease markets, including clinical diagnostics, public health, surveillance, and applied sectors
Identify and prioritise strategic partners (e.g. diagnostics developers, assay providers, public health organisations)
Structure and negotiate commercial partnerships and collaborations that accelerate adoption of nanopore sequencing
Build compelling business cases and financial models to support new opportunities
Work cross-functionally with Commercial, Marketing, Product, Applications, Finance, and Legal teams to bring deals from concept through to execution
Lead or support negotiations, from term sheet through to final agreements
Act as a project lead for partnership development, ensuring alignment, delivery, and internal approvals
Develop a deep understanding of market dynamics, use cases, and commercial models in infectious disease
Maintain visibility of the partnership pipeline, tracking opportunities and progress
Contribute to and uphold best practices in business development and partnering frameworks
Support the growth and development of the business development team over time

How you'll work

Oxford (Hybrid)

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a strategic, commercially minded individual with a strong track record in building partnerships within life sciences, diagnostics, or healthcare.

About Oxford Nanopore Technologies

Industry: Life science tools
Website: nanoporetech.com

In their own words

About the company & team

Oxford Nanopore Technologies (ONT) is a pioneering force in genomics, transforming how biological information is analysed and understood. Our technology enables real-time, scalable DNA and RNA sequencing, empowering researchers, clinicians, and organisations across the world to unlock insights that improve human health, environmental sustainability, and scientific discovery.

We are a purpose-driven, fast-growing organisation at the forefront of innovation, and our people are central to our mission. As we continue to expand into new clinical and applied markets, we are building strategic partnerships that accelerate the adoption of our technology globally.

Additional information

Be part of a company transforming genomics and global healthcare
Work on high-impact partnerships that shape the future of infectious disease diagnostics and surveillance
Collaborate with world-class scientists, commercial leaders, and innovators
Join a purpose-led, fast-paced environment with real opportunity to influence growth

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.

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