Head of R&D, AI Integrations

## Head of R&D, AI Integrations Apply locations:
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Posted 16 Days Agojob requisition :
R17462

Clario, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, is a global leader in clinical trial technology. We combine deep scientific expertise with the industry’s broadest endpoint collection platform to help pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies deliver life‐changing therapies to patients.

As we continue to scale, we are seeking a Head of Research & Development to lead the evolution of our global technology organization. This role serves as a key technical and organizational leader, responsible for shaping Clario’s long‐term engineering strategy while ensuring the stability, scalability, and quality of our current and next‐generation platforms, with a particular focus on the integration of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to accelerate clinical outcomes.
** What We Offer
*** Opportunity to lead global, enterprise‐scale technology teams delivering mission‐critical clinical trial solutions
* A collaborative, high‐impact environment focused on innovation, quality, and patient outcomes
* Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits aligned to U.S. market practices
** What You’ll Be Doing
*** Partner with executive leadership to define product architecture, company vision, and long‐term technical strategy, prioritizing AI-driven modernization across the platform
* Translate strategic objectives into actionable global R&D roadmaps, identifying key opportunities for Generative AI and predictive modeling to enhance endpoint collection
* Lead global, multidisciplinary software development and engineering test teams to deliver high‐quality, well‐architected solutions that incorporate AI/ML frameworks
* Balance innovation and operational excellence by maintaining existing platforms while expanding next‐generation, AI-augmented product offerings
* Own global R&D budget planning and resource management, ensuring adequate investment in AI infrastructure, data science talent, and emerging tech
* Foster a high‐performance culture focused on technical excellence, innovation, accountability, and the ethical application of AI in clinical settings
* Oversee administrative R&D functions, including talent acquisition for specialized AI/ML roles, professional development, and technical training
* Ensure rigorous compliance with SOPs and SWIs, promoting consistent quality and regulatory adherence for AI-enabled medical software
* Act as a senior escalation point between customers, Operations, and Engineering, integrating feedback into the software development lifecycle to refine AI model performance
* Provide transparent reporting on delivery status, risk mitigation, and the ROI of AI/ML initiatives
* Build and manage strategic relationships with technology partners and vendors to enhance internal AI capabilities and cloud-native services
** What We Look For
*** Bachelor’s degree in an IT‐related, scientific, or technical field, or equivalent professional experience
* 15+ years of experience leading enterprise‐level R&D organizations or large‐scale strategic technology programs
* Proven experience managing the full product engineering lifecycle using Agile methodologies with a focus on MLOps and CI/CD for AI
* Extensive experience delivering solutions in cloud (AWS/Azure), IaaS, and PaaS environments, specifically leveraging cloud-native AI/ML services (e.g., Sage Maker, Azure AI)
* Strong background managing teams operating under formal Product and Development Life cycles, including the validation of AI models in regulated environments
* Knowledge of evolving AI landscape and demonstrated experience implementing AI in regulatory environment…