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Executive Director, Bioinformatics Engineering & Operations

at Quest Diagnostics

📍 Secaucus, NJ, United States Hybrid 💰 $275K – $325K USD / year Posted March 13, 2026
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Position Details

Salary $275K – $325K USD / year
Type Full-Time
Experience executive
Exp. Years 15+ years
Education Bachelor's in a technology-related or other relevant field
Category Science & Research

About this role

Senior leadership role overseeing global bioinformatics strategy at Quest Diagnostics, focusing on transforming data assets into diagnostic and digital health innovations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Developing bioinformatics strategy
  • Managing global teams
  • Transforming data assets into diagnostics
  • Pioneering digital health solutions
  • Ensuring scientific rigor

Technical Overview

Leadership in bioinformatics, data analytics, digital health solutions, and diagnostics, with experience in strategic planning and team management.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a senior bioinformatics leader with over 15 years of experience in data-centric disciplines, demonstrating strategic vision and proven success in managing large, global teams. They possess a strong background in bioinformatics strategy, digital health, and diagnostics innovation.

Must-Have Skills

Bachelor's degree in a technology-related or relevant field15+ years of experience in bioinformatics or related data-centric discipline10+ years in senior leadership managing largeglobal teamsExperience building and leading high-performing bioinformatics organizationsProven ability to set strategic direction and deliver large-scale initiatives

Nice-to-Have Skills

Advanced degree (MSPhD)Experience with digital health solutionsExperience with global bioinformatics strategy

Tools & Platforms

Data assetsBioinformatics toolsDigital health platforms

Required Skills

BioinformaticsData analyticsDigital health solutionsLeadershipStrategic planningTeam managementDiagnostics developmentScientific rigor

Hard Skills

BioinformaticsBioinformatics strategyData analyticsDigital health solutionsLeadershipStrategic planningTeam managementCross-functional initiativesData assets utilizationDiagnostics development

Soft Skills

LeadershipStrategic thinkingExecutionInnovationScientific rigorCommunicationCollaborationProblem-solving

Industry & Role

Industry Healthcare & Medical
Job Function Lead bioinformatics engineering and operations to drive diagnostic innovation and business growth

Keywords for Your Resume

BioinformaticsBioinformatics strategyData analyticsDigital health solutionsLeadershipTeam managementCross-functional initiativesDiagnostics developmentScientific rigorStrategic planningGlobal bioinformaticsData assetsTransforming diagnosticsHealthcare dataSenior leadershipDigital healthDiagnosticsGlobal strategy

Deal Breakers

Lack of senior leadership experience in bioinformatics, No experience managing large, global teams, No relevant advanced degree, Unable to work in hybrid location, Lack of strategic or innovation background

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