Director, Business Development, BioInsight
Remote, UK - Global BioInsight
Help shape the future of genomics, data and AI
At Illumina, our mission is to improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome. As we expand the BioInsight business, we are seeking a Director, Business Development to build strategic partnerships that accelerate genomics driven drug discovery, precision medicine and AI enabled healthcare innovation.
Working at the intersection of genomics, multiomics, data and AI, you will identify, structure and execute partnerships that enable the development of world class genomic and clinical datasets while creating long term value for customers, partners and patients.
This is a highly visible role with significant global impact, partnering closely with BioInsight leadership and cross functional teams across R&D, Product, Commercial, Legal and Finance.
What you will do
Develop and execute the global business development and partnership strategy for BioInsight, leading across EMEA and supporting across other regions.
Build and expand senior relationships with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare and research organisations to drive deal pipeline activity.
Originate, structure, negotiate and close strategic partnerships across target discovery, clinical and population genomics, data licensing, software, bioinformatics, AI and multiomics applications.
Lead the full partnership lifecycle from opportunity identification and term sheet development through contract execution, close and ongoing partnership management.
Partner closely with Illumina’s experimental, computational and AI and machine learning scientists to translate scientific innovation into commercial opportunities.
Help shape the strategic roadmap for BioInsight genomics, data and target discovery capabilities.
What you will bring
Significant experience in business development, strategic partnerships, licensing and/or alliance management within life sciences, biotechnology, genomics or healthcare.
A proven track record of originating, structuring and closing strategic partnerships with pharmaceutical and biotechnology organisations.
Established senior relationships that can support and accelerate deal pipeline activity.
Scientific fluency across the drug discovery continuum, with a strong understanding of genomics, human genetics, precision medicine, data partnerships and AI enabled healthcare solutions.
The commercial acumen to translate complex scientific innovation into partnerships that create durable value for all parties.
The ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate effectively across global, matrixed organisations.
Closing date for applications - 28th August 2026
Why Illumina?
We are looking for a leader who can Innovate with Purpose, build partnerships that Make Customers Heroes, Win Together across complex global ecosystems and Be Accountable for delivering strategic growth in one of the most exciting areas of genomics, data and AI. Through a clear focus on the opportunities that matter most, you will also help us Commit to Excellence as we build world class data assets with the potential to transform human health.
If you are excited by the opportunity to build strategic partnerships that unlock the power of genomics, data and AI, and want to play a defining role in shaping the future of precision medicine, we would love to hear from you. Join us and help create the partnerships, platforms and data assets that will drive the next generation of healthcare innovation and improve outcomes for patients around the world.