Head of Data, AI & Automation (all genders)
Core
Lead enterprise automation, data platform, and AI initiatives to drive efficiency and value across R&D, manufacturing, and enterprise functions.
Role type
Senior leadership data and AI leader (Head of Data, AI & Automation)
Builds
Scalable enterprise data platform, industrialized AI deployment, and automation solutions (RPA, workflow)
Domain
Life Sciences (Pharma/Biotech) + Enterprise IT
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
Data platform architecture, Automation (RPA, workflow, low-code), AI/ML lifecycle management, Business alignment, Governance & standards, Capability building
Preferred skills
GxP regulatory environment experience
Technologies
ERP, RPA, Low-code platforms, Data integration tools
Responsibilities
Drive automation across discovery, preclinical services, R&D, and enterprise platforms; Build and operate scalable enterprise data platform; Move from isolated AI use cases to industrialized AI deployment; Define and govern the AI lifecycle; Ensure automation and data solutions are business-driven and embedded in workflows; Develop capabilities in data engineering, automation, and AI/ML.
Seniority
Executive / Director level