LGC Group
Programme Manager - New Product Development - Oxford
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Company Description
Drive innovation. Deliver impact. Shape the future of diagnostics.
LGC Clinical Diagnostics is a global leader in the development and manufacture of high-quality diagnostic solutions and component materials for the life sciences industry. Our products support IVD assay developers, pharmaceutical companies, CROs and academic institutions throughout the diagnostic pipeline helping laboratorians and clinicians deliver accurate, reliable results.
Our operating entities include:
- Maine Standards Company, SeraCare Life Sciences, and Technopath Clinical Diagnostics – IVD manufacturers of quality measurement tools (calibrators, controls, linearity materials, EQA/PT, biological materials)
- The Native Antigen Company – a leading supplier of high-quality viral antigens
- LGC Proficiency Testing – a global leader in PT schemes
We operate FDA-registered and ISO-accredited facilities across the US, Ireland, and the UK.
Job Description
We’re recruiting for an experienced Programme Manager to lead New Product Development (NPD) initiative. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving the development of innovative, market-ready diagnostic solutions from concept through to launch.
What you'll do:
- Develop and deliver end-to-end programme plans for complex NPD projects, aligned with strategic priorities
- Lead, encourage, and coordinate cross-functional teams to bring new products to market efficiently and effectively
- Manage timelines, resources, budgets, and collaborator expectations
- Coordinate the full product development lifecycle — from ideation to commercial launch
- Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across the programme lifecycle
- Collaborate closely with internal and external collaborators, including customers and senior leadership
- Analyse market needs and customer feedback to inform product strategy
- Track key performance indicators and promote continuous improvement
- Deliver progress updates to senior management and cross-functional partners
- Champion clear, consistent communication across teams
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Qualifications
What you'll bring:
- A degree in Biological Sciences, Life Sciences or a related field
- 5-7+ years of experience in programme or project management, ideally in life sciences, medical devices, diagnostics or pharmaceuticals
- Proven success delivering complex, cross-functional projects or programmes
- Strong working knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Scrum, etc.)
- Expertise in budgeting, risk management and collaborator engagement
- Outstanding leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
- PMP certification or equivalent is desirable
- Familiarity with manufacturing and supply chain processes is an advantage
- Proficiency in tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, or similar
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Additional Information
Why join us?
At LGC, our purpose is Science for a Safer World, and our people are key to delivering it. We’re proud of our inclusive, collaborative culture and committed to helping our teams thrive.
What we offer:
- 25 days holiday
- Life assurance and health allowance
- Retail discounts and recognition awards
- Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Excellent opportunities for long-term career development.
- A workplace guided by our core values: Passion | Curiosity | Integrity | Brilliance | Respect
We’re an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and are committed to providing a recruitment process that is accessible and supportive for all. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know.
Ready to lead the next wave of diagnostic innovation? Apply now.
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Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Department: Programme and Project Management
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