James Oughton
Chief Advisor - Precision Health (Genomics and Ai) @Ministry of Health New Zealand
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Advisor - Precision Health (Genomics and Ai) @Ministry of Health New Zealand
Wellington, NZ
In this newly-created role, I\'m looking at emerging trends, opportunities and risks around precision health for the health sector, then translating these into meaningful action so we are well-prepared for the future. Emerging technologies such as Genomics and Artificial Intelligence have huge potential for improving health outcomes in Aotearoa New Zealand and I\'m fortunate to have the opportunity to provide thought leadership and strategic direction setting in this space.
EDUCATION
University of South Wales
Postgraduate Diploma, Genomic Medicine and Healthcare
University of Auckland
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences, Pharmaceutical Science and Public Health
University of Otago
B.Pharm, Pharmacy
ABOUT JAMES OUGHTON
Seasoned leader with 15 years experience across the biotech industry and the public sector. Experience developing, scaling and leading teams, launching pharmaceutical products, companion diagnostics and supporting HCPs and patients. I\'ve been fortunate enough to work in local, regional and global teams and for the past 6 years I\'ve been based at Foundation Medicine in Boston, working at the coalface of precision oncology.
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