Head of Oncology Operations

Hologic•San Diego, CA

10d•$198,100 - $352,200•Onsite

About The Position

BioTheranostics, a subsidiary of Hologic, Inc., is a leading provider of molecular-based diagnostic, prognostic, and predictive tests that empower physicians to deliver optimal care for cancer patients. As the organization’s hub for oncology, BioTheranostics, referred to as Oncology Services, is committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and delivering high-value solutions for patients and healthcare providers. The Head of Oncology Services will serve as the senior operations leader for our clinical laboratory and customer excellence teams, with a close connection to commercial counterparts, overseeing laboratory operations, clinical review, patient & client services, and Oncology R&D. This leader will collaborate closely with the diagnostics leadership team—including commercial, regulatory, quality, strategic planning, and HR—to achieve business objectives and deliver exceptional clinical value. The role will also partner with corporate functions, such as global IT, to ensure effective and efficient expansion of laboratory capabilities and infrastructure in line with business growth and increasing test volumes. In this fully onsite-based role in San Diego, CA, this individual will be responsible for building and sustaining a high-performing, engaged team and fostering a culture of operational excellence and patient-centric service.

Requirements

Domain knowledge: Strong technical knowledge of molecular biology and molecular testing laboratory practices (CLIA, CAP, etc.).
Proven, dynamic leader with strong interpersonal and management skills who can work effectively at all levels of an organization and deliver results.
Talent Development & Team Culture: Proven ability to build high-performing, collaborative teams by fostering a unified, inclusive culture and empowering diverse talent across functions; skilled in recruiting, developing, and retaining top talent while building trust and empathy throughout the organization.
Innovative Leadership: Demonstrated success in cultivating a culture of growth, learning, and continuous improvement; adept at introducing cutting-edge technologies and encouraging creative thinking in both internal processes and external solutions.
Strategic Business Acumen: Strong capability to translate business strategy into actionable plans, align team objectives with organizational goals, and drive performance through operational excellence and effective cost management; experienced in simplifying complex goals and engaging in cross-functional strategic initiatives.
Communication: Exceptional communicator across all organizational levels, adept at articulating vision, inspiring teams, and delivering clear, compelling messages in both executive and informal settings.
Customer Focus: Deep commitment to understanding and addressing customer needs through regular, meaningful engagement with stakeholders in the clinical and scientific communities.
Change Leadership: Skilled at envisioning and communicating a compelling future state, inspiring and mobilizing teams for organizational transformation, and balancing the pace of change with employee engagement and well-being.
Execution Excellence: Track record of delivering strategic objectives through disciplined planning and execution of complex projects; proactive, results-driven leader with strong risk management skills, able to drive clarity and progress in ambiguous situations.
Organizational Intelligence: Expert in navigating organizational structures and cultures, building influence through both formal and informal networks, and effectively managing complexity to achieve business objectives.
BA/BS with minimum of 15 years industry experience
Minimum 5 years of senior leadership experience in driving successful growth in complex organizations
Minimum of (8+) years of management experience, leading teams of 20 or more.

Nice To Haves

Licensed California Clinical Laboratory scientist (meets California Department of Public Health/CLIA requirements for licensure for high complexity testing).
Experience in IT implementation and project management
Masters degree preferred with minimum 12 years industry experience
PhD degree with minimum 10 years industry experience

Responsibilities

Provide strategic and operational leadership for all aspects of laboratory operations, clinical review, patient & client services, and Oncology R&D.
Develop and execute strategic plans to industrialize and scale laboratory operations to meet growing commercial demand. Strategic plans should incorporate progressing integration within Hologic and aligning synergies within the organization.
Manage financial performance, budgeting, and resource planning for all clinical laboratory departments and supporting functions.
Establish and monitor key business metrics and implement lean practices to ensure operational targets are met.
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, collaboration, and clinical excellence.
Lead recruitment, retention, training, and performance management for laboratory staff and supporting functions.
Establish a culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, and accountability.
Develop and implement scalable operational processes to support business growth and innovation.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and quality requirements (e.g., CLIA, CAP, FDA, state regulations).
Partner with Quality and Regulatory teams to maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS).
Facilitate integration with Hologic systems.
Collaborate with technical supervisors and laboratory management to ensure appropriately qualified personnel conduct testing and maintain competency.
Troubleshoot operational and technical issues, working closely with internal teams, vendors, clients, and commercial partners.
Act as a primary liaison between Oncology Services and other departments within the organization.
Drive cross-functional initiatives to optimize workflows, implement best practices, and integrate new technologies.
Champion a relentless focus on patient care, client satisfaction, and clinical value creation.