Senior Director, Data & AI, Diagnostics Platform - USA Remote at Danaher Corporation

United States

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Requirements

Advanced degree in Data Science, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Engineering, or related field (PhD preferred; Master’s considered)
12+ years in data science/AI with 5+ years in leadership roles in diagnostics, medtech, biopharma, or healthcare
Deep understanding of clinical development for diagnostics (analytical/clinical validation, study design, performance endpoints) and how AI augments these workflows
Hands-on expertise with Python/R and core libraries
Strong command of statistical modeling, large language models, survival/longitudinal analyses, and data visualization
Proven experience with RWE/RWD (EHR, claims, registries, labs/device telemetry) to inform clinical, regulatory, and market access decisions

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a high-performing team of data scientists and AI engineers, foster a culture of innovation, rigor, and continuous learning
Run a portfolio of cross-functional projects with clear stage gates, use cases, and risk management; manage diagnostic OpCo and academic partner relationships
Communicate impact to executive, clinical, and technical audiences through clear narratives, publications/white papers, and forums with department leaders
Set direction and standards for Data & AI across the Diagnostics Platform; integrate Enterprise and cross-OpCo community of practice
Continuously scan the horizon for emerging methods/technologies (foundation models, multimodal AI, synthetic data, privacy-enhancing tech) and integrate when beneficial
Collaborate with stakeholders across R&D, regulatory, commercial, and academic partners to translate insights into action

Skills

Danaher Corporation

Water quality, diagnostics, and identification solutions

About Danaher Corporation

Danaher Corporation operates in key markets such as water quality, product identification, and diagnostics. The company provides precision instruments and advanced purification technologies for analyzing and managing water, ensuring its safety in various environments. In product identification, Danaher specializes in laser marking, coding, and packaging solutions that help maintain product freshness and accurate labeling throughout the supply chain. In the diagnostics sector, Danaher offers tools and software that enhance diagnostic confidence, enabling healthcare providers to deliver effective care. What sets Danaher apart from competitors is its unique Danaher Business System, which focuses on continuous improvement and empowers employees to drive change. The company's goal is to consistently deliver high-performance products and solutions while maintaining leadership in its markets.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters

1969Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Industrial & Manufacturing, Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Roche and Abbott in AI-driven diagnostics.

Potential regulatory challenges in the EU for water quality sector.

Supply chain vulnerabilities affecting precision instruments sourcing.

Differentiation

Danaher's Danaher Business System drives continuous improvement and superior financial performance.

The acquisition of Cytiva enhances Danaher's capabilities in the biopharmaceutical sector.

Danaher's advanced purification technologies meet increasing demands for sustainable water management.

Upsides

Danaher's investment in AI-driven healthcare solutions boosts its diagnostics capabilities.

Cytiva acquisition expands Danaher's market share in the biopharmaceutical sector.

Point-of-care testing demand drives growth for Danaher's diagnostic tools and software.

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