Sr. Director, Therapeutic Research Technology

The Sr. Director, Therapeutic Research Technology will orchestrate IT transformation and digital innovation across Neuroscience, Diabetes & Obesity, Oncology, and Immunology therapeutic areas. They will partner with R&D leadership to architect IT strategies that accelerate drug discovery and ensure data infrastructure and digital capabilities evolve ahead of scientific innovation. Responsibilities include implementing comprehensive IT strategies aligned with scientific priorities, championing digital initiatives for competitive advantage, and building technology roadmaps. The role involves collaborating with scientific partners to define and deliver OMICS data capabilities, advocating for FAIR data principles, and designing product visions for therapeutic area-specific data platforms. Additionally, the Sr. Director will establish scalable cloud-native infrastructure, lead high-performing teams, manage product development lifecycles using Agile methodologies, foster a culture of innovation, and drive clear communication. They will cultivate strategic relationships with technology partners and academic institutions, evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, lead vendor selection and negotiations, and manage budgets to enhance value and innovation.