Product Manager – Sequencing Workflows

Role Overview:

We are seeking a strategic and visionary Product Management for Sequencing Workflows to help shape the future of our sequencing solutions. This role will focus on defining and delivering end-to-end sequencing workflows that address customer needs across human applications. The successful candidate will oversee product strategy, lifecycle management, and cross-functional collaboration to drive innovation and ensure the success of ONT’s sequencing platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Product Lifecycle Management:

• Develop a deep understanding of our library preparation products, bioinformatics products and sample-to-answer workflows that create the overall technology solution.
• Own the product requirements for sequencing workflows using Oxford Nanopore Technologies.
• Oversee the entire lifecycle of sequencing workflows, from concept through development, launch, and optimisation.
• Drive continuous improvements to ensure products remain cutting-edge and user-friendly.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with R&D, engineering, marketing, commercial teams, and external stakeholders to develop innovative, scalable solutions.
• Act as the voice of the customer within ONT, ensuring workflows meet the requirements of diverse users across research and applied markets.
• Provide internal training to the Global support, marketing, and sales teams on the latest product updates.
• Answer incoming questions about the product and its capabilities and act as the last point of escalation for sequencing workflow issues.

Performance Metrics:

• Define and track KPIs for sequencing workflows to measure market impact, user adoption, and satisfaction.
• Use data-driven insights to guide decisions and prioritize initiatives.

Customer Engagement:

• Engage with key customers and thought leaders to gather insights, build relationships, and promote ONT’s solutions.
• Represent ONT at conferences, workshops, and industry events as a product expert.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven track record in product management roles, ideally in genomics, biotechnology, or life sciences, for at least 3 years.
• Experience developing products under a quality management system  and product development process.
• Strong understanding of sequencing technologies, sample preparation, and end-to-end workflow development.
• Ability to translate customer needs into innovative products.
• Experience operating in cross-functional teams and collaborating across global organisations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort with using data to drive decisions.
• Advanced degree in life sciences, engineering, or a related field; MBA or equivalent experience is a plus.