Director, Artificial Intelligence

Location:

Gaithersburg, MD;
Conshohocken, PA;
Oxford, UK.

Employment Type:

Full Time.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive AI strategy in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration within the team and across the enterprise, establishing Global IT as a strategic partner and change catalyst.
• Oversee the execution of the AI strategy to ensure seamless integration of AI capabilities into existing operational workflows.
• Expand automation, RPA, Intelligent/Autonomous Agents leveraging Data, AI/ML, GenAI, and the latest technological advancements to accelerate business agility and performance.
• Lead and drive strategic initiatives to integrate AI technologies into Immunocore’s operations and development processes.
• Develop custom LLM‑based tools and workflows tailored to organizational needs, leveraging technologies like fine‑tuned GPT models or domain‑specific LLMs (e.g., BioGPT).
• Ensure regular reporting to IT and Immunocore senior leadership on the progress, opportunities, challenges, and ROI of AI implementations.
• Develop frameworks for managing data quality, governance, and integration with LLMs to ensure ethical, compliant, and effective AI use.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and data privacy standards, including HIPAA, when designing AI solutions.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in AI, data science, and life sciences.
• Build relationships with external AI/biotech partners, vendors, and academia to bring in fresh insights and best practices.

• Advanced degree in life sciences, engineering, computational science, or a related field, with significant industry experience.
• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 16+ years of related experience; or equivalent experience.

• MBA or equivalent is preferred.

• Deep digital, data, and technology skills with an understanding of technology trends and best practices in digital platforms, microservices, data, AI/ML, GenAI, cloud computing, and automation.
• Exemplary understanding of AI/ML and its potential in the pharmaceutical landscape.
• Proven track record of building and deploying AI solutions at scale in production environments.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to communicate technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Experience working in or with the Life Science industry, preferably Biotech.
• Proficiency in a major programming language (Python, Java, Scala, or similar).

Immunocore (NASDAQ: IMCR) is a pioneering, commercial‑stage T cell receptor biotechnology company whose purpose is to develop and commercialize a new generation of transformative medicines which address unmet patient needs in oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune disease. Our leaders in R&D are internationally recognised as some of the biotech industry’s most successful drug developers. We are creating not just an environment where great minds can interact but an innovation powerhouse answering the big questions.

Focused on delivering first‑in‑class biological therapies to patients, we have developed a highly innovative soluble TCR platform. Our ImmTAX molecules underpin a new generation of precision engineered drugs that harness the immune system to treat a broad spectrum of diseases with high unmet medical need, including oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases.

At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. STRIDE represents more than just letters; it embodies our shared identity and drives our mission. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients’ lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits.

Immunocore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.