Executive Director, Discovery

Veracyte is seeking an Executive Director of Discovery to drive the company's early-stage discovery engine, identifying and developing novel biomarkers, technologies, and platforms to transform cancer care. The role requires a strong track record in cancer biology, genomic technologies, and computational analysis, with a proven ability to translate complex biological signals into diagnostic product concepts.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Cancer Biology, Genetics, Genomics, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field
• 13+ years of experience in biotechnology, diagnostics, or academic cancer research with increasing scientific leadership responsibility
• Demonstrated track record of integrating experimental cancer biology with computational analytics to uncover clinically meaningful biomarkers
• Deep expertise in genetics and genomics, including NGS-based technologies, functional genomics assays, single-cell methods, or spatial profiling
• Proven ability to design and execute discovery programs that lead to molecular diagnostics or clinically actionable insights
• Hands-on leadership experience building and managing laboratory teams generating high-quality experimental data
• Proficiency in bioinformatics, statistical analysis, and modern machine-learning approaches
• Strong understanding of oncology disease mechanisms and the challenges inherent to developing diagnostic biomarkers
• Experience collaborating across R&D, clinical, regulatory, and product development functions
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate scientific discovery into strategic business value

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units