Director Arrays RD
Director Arrays RD
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$ 183700 - 275500
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1 Vacancy
Posted on :
10-04-2025
Job Description
What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know Or all of humanityAt Illumina we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable lifechanging discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person in every role has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people inspiring leaders and world changing projects you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.
At Illumina we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by cultivating an environment in which everyone contributes to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always been rooted in openness collaboration and seeking alternative views and perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zeronet gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and demonstrate our collective commitment to diversity and inclusion in the communities we live and work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced R&D Leader to join the Arrays Business Unit. In this critical role you will be responsible for providing strategic insights direction and leadership of the R&D portion of the Arrays business. You will be a member of the Arrays Leadership Team reporting directly to the General Manager of the Arrays BU and working closely and collaborative with leaders and teams supporting the Arrays business.
Responsibilities:
Strategy Planning and :
- Work closely with the other members of the Arrays LT to develop and support a vision for the Arrays business balancing short term gains with long term strategic value.
- Collaborate with R&D Global Operations and Commercial leadership to ensure tactical and strategic goals of the Arrays BU are understood and supported.
- Lead the formation and of a Future of Arrays forum where innovation options specific to Arrays are presented in a well thought out and professional manner following the guidelines established for the Future of Sequencing series.
- Define and implement the operational strategy for the Arrays R&D function aligned with the BUs and companys overall objectives.
- Develop and communicate clear goals and performance metrics to measure and track the effectiveness of Arrays operations.
- Analyze current Arrays R&D processes and identify areas for improvement to optimize timetomarket robustness efficiency and resource allocation.
- Scrutinize R&D resource estimates timelines and scope associated with Arrays projects
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity streamline workflows and promote innovation within the Arrays R&D group.
Budgeting and Resource Management:
- Work closely with Finance to manage within the Arrays R&D budget ensuring proper allocation and utilization of resources.
- Monitor and control Arrays R&D project expenses identifying costsaving opportunities and providing recommendations for budget optimization.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to forecast resource needs including personnel equipment and external vendors or partners to support project demands.
- Implement resource planning strategies to ensure optimal utilization of available resources while maintaining flexibility for changing project priorities.
Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication:
- Foster strong relationships and effective collaboration with crossfunctional teams including R&D Finance Manufacturing Supply Chain Quality and Regulatory Affairs.
- Lead and participate in crossfunctional meetings project reviews and operational planning discussions to drive alignment and decisionmaking.
Talent Development and Team Management:
- Lead mentor and develop a highperforming team of R&D professionals fostering a culture of excellence collaboration and accountability.
- Identify skill gaps and training needs within the team and develop appropriate learning and development programs to enhance capabilities.
- Conduct performance evaluations set goals provide feedback and recognize achievements to drive employee engagement and professional growth.
Qualifications:
Typically requires a Bachelors degree and a minimum of 18 years of related experience with 10 years of Management experience.
Bachelors or Masters degree in an engineering or science discipline. PhD is a plus.
Extensive experience with microarray technology
- Exceptional critical thinking ability
- Advanced skills and experience in Program and Project Management
- Proven experience in a leadership role overseeing various R&D teams.
- Strong understanding of R&D processes project management methodologies and sustaining activities.
- Demonstrated experience in budgeting resource management and financial analysis.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities with a datadriven mindset.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop highperforming teams.
- Experience working in a regulated industry (e.g. healthcare pharmaceuticals technology) is desirable.
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The estimated base salary range for the Director Arrays R&D role based in the United States of America is: $183700 $275500. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including but not limited to an individuals qualifications location where the role is to be performed internal equity and alignment with market data. Additionally all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work including access to genomics sequencing family planning health/dental/vision retirement benefits and paid time off.At Illumina we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by cultivating an environment in which everyone contributes to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always been rooted in openness collaboration and seeking alternative views and perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zeronet gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and demonstrate our collective commitment to diversity and inclusion in the communities we live and work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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