Director, Laboratory Informatics

Job Title: Director, Laboratory Informatics

Location: Remote, Hybrid, or Onsite in Boulder, CO

About our Company

Foresight Diagnostics is an early-stage, venture-backed molecular diagnostics company that is developing non-invasive cancer detection technologies to improve the lives of patients worldwide. Our portfolio of cell-free DNA based liquid biopsy tests are rooted in novel and proprietary methods developed at Stanford University. Our approach enables the earlier detection of smaller tumors, leading to more personalized and effective cancer treatment strategies for patients. We have deep expertise in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), and maintain a dynamic, fast-paced work environment with significant opportunities for high-impact contribution and rapid professional growth. Foresight Diagnostics is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado.

About the Role

The Director, Laboratory Informatics is responsible for the Laboratory Information Management Software (LIMS) product strategy and development to support laboratory operations of Foresight’s diagnostic tests. Reporting to the SVP, Business and Laboratory Operations, this role includes responsibility for assay execution, sample management, equipment and reagent management, user & security management, and laboratory capacity, scheduling, and performance planning. The role will lead software development in LabVantage LIMS and be responsible for the product lifecycle from concept to obsolescence. This includes creation of a strategic product roadmap, evaluation and prioritization of new features and programs, creation of product requirements, and evaluation and improvement of product performance.

What You Will Do

• Lead the vision, strategy and roadmap for the LabVantage Lab Information Management System (LIMS).

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build high throughput lab operations with a focus on automation to reduce COGS, increase turnaround time, and scaling to support high volume.

• Build the software tools that address various Lab Operations Software needs from assay execution, sample management, equipment and reagents management, user and security management, and lab capacity, scheduling, and performance management.

• Collaborate with software engineering and bioinformatics teams that are part of the technology suite driving testing from sample to report.

• Partner with Lab Operations leaders and contribute to the strategy of running a high throughput and highly efficient lab, and ensuring a seamless user experience for lab operators.

• Define and track KPIs to discover future product opportunities; analyze relevant data to drive decision-making.

What You Will Bring

• 8+ years of experience in product management including in lab operations software/ LIMS / lab products.

• Strong to expert knowledge of LabVantage LIMS.

• Prior experience building and implementing LIMS in an NGS lab.

• Prior LIMS experience in sample management, equipment and reagent management, instrument integration, and user and security management.

• Strong understanding of and experience with key areas in running a high throughput highly efficient lab including automation, capacity and performance planning and more.

• Prior clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

• Proven ability to work with cross functional teams and ability to build rapport with key stakeholders.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

• Be highly adaptable, willing to tackle challenges, motivated to work in high-performance environment, and ability to execute tactically while also thinking strategically.

Compensation & Benefits

This role is hiring at a salary between $190,000 - $225,000 and is eligible for bonus and equity offerings. Foresight offers benefits including paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave (if applicable), alongside medical, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and a 401k with company match.

You will be working on interesting problems with extremely high impact. We promote the professional development of our employees and will encourage upward mobility within the company for high performing employees. Foresight Diagnostics is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.