Associate Director, AI Program Office (AI Office Lead)

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Associate Director, AI Program Office (AI Office Lead) to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space. This role will lead the enterprise AI governance function, helping shape how AI is adopted, controlled, and measured across a regulated healthcare organization. You will partner closely with technology, compliance, risk, and business stakeholders to establish practical guardrails that enable innovation while protecting data and ensuring responsible use. The position also plays a key role in advancing AI adoption by evaluating use cases, prioritizing opportunities, and supporting cross-functional alignment on execution.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain the enterprise AI governance framework
• Author and enforce the AI acceptable use policy and related SOPs
• Curate the registry of sanctioned AI models and manage tool evaluations
• Run structured risk assessments for AI use cases and integrations
• Define usage thresholds and oversee AI visibility reporting
• Lead enterprise-wide AI adoption programs and prioritize use cases
• Act as the primary relationship owner for technology partners and negotiate agreements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Health Informatics, or a related field; Master's degree or MBA preferred
• 8+ years of experience in technology program management or IT risk/compliance, including 3+ years in enterprise-wide transformation
• Experience operationalizing AI governance in regulated environments such as Healthcare or Financial Services
• Strong understanding of generative AI and associated risks, including data leakage and bias
• Familiarity with API gateways and cloud network access policies
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to align cross-functional stakeholders

Benefits

• Remote or hybrid working environment
• Opportunity for domestic/international travel up to 15%
• Engagement in a mission-critical role within a regulated industry
• Access to professional development and training resources
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic setting

Pay

$150,000 – $180,000 annually