Senior Director, AI Governance
Introduction to role:
Are you ready to lead a transformation in the R&D Data Office? We're on a mission to double the efficiency of our drug development pipeline by 2030, bringing to bear data and AI to drive scientific innovation and accelerate decision-making. The Data and AI Policy and Governance team is at the forefront of this change, ensuring responsible use of data and AI while safeguarding patient information and meeting regulatory requirements. As the Senior Director of AI Governance, you'll be a key player in this journey, engaging with senior leaders to advance drug development through AI and digital technologies. With your technical expertise in the fast-paced AI and digital health industry, you'll push boundaries ethically and safely, encouraging a culture of responsible AI innovation.
Accountabilities:
The Senior Director of AI Governance will spearhead the AI governance strategy, collaborating with R&D leaders to overcome barriers and promote AI-driven innovation in drug development. You'll oversee AI governance assessments, liaise with enterprise governance and cross-functional partners, and develop policies for responsible AI use. Your role will encompass transparency, FAIR data governance, accountability, bias mitigation, human-centricity, privacy, and security. Additionally, you'll stay abreast of global AI regulations, engage in industry forums, and establish practices that improve the value of patient data to drive healthcare advancements.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Demonstrated proven experience working cross-functionally in leading application of digital health, device, data privacy, data and AI law compliance, and/or data science in the biotech/pharma industry- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a relevant legal, scientific, technical, and/or business field
- Highly collaborative with demonstrated experience influencing and communicating with cross-functional executive leaders
- Experience developing a company digital, data and/or AI compliance position among evolving, unclear and/or conflicting regulations
- Experience implementing new R&D business processes
- Experience with risk management and audit readiness
- Solid understanding of clinical trial regulations, data privacy, digital data and AI governance, and/or device law
- Demonstrated ability to engage in gap analysis, compliance, and/or technology discussions in biotech/pharma
Desirable Skills/Experience:
Higher education in a Computer Science, Data Science, Compliance or Law field highly beneficial- Energized by developing a culture of compliance and continuous learning environment
- Proven track record to tackle the unknown with confidence
- Motivated by working with dedicated and diverse teams toward a common goal, often translating through communication gaps
- Established network in Oncology or Biopharma R&D, AZ Data Offices, and/or Compliance
When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to encourage life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our outstanding and ambitious world.
At AstraZeneca, you'll be part of a journey to redefine medicine by becoming a healthcare provider beyond medicines. We embrace patient-centricity through technology to understand diseases better, develop new treatments, and support patients comprehensively. Our digitally-enabled R&D cycle improves clinical trials, diagnostics, wearables, machine learning, visual analytics, integrated data for improved outcomes, and insights for future products. Empowerment is key here; explore and disrupt while working on ground breaking projects. With resilience and adaptability, you'll thrive as we innovate together. Join us at the heart of AstraZeneca's R&D efforts to elevate our pipeline using the latest technologies.
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