Director, PV Innovation

About the role

The Director, PV Innovation is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and governance of AI capabilities that deliver measurable operational value and align to broader pharmacovigilance (PV) technology strategy. They are the primary point of contact for translating PV business needs into scalable digital solutions, while ensuring responsible, compliant, and secure adoption of AI technologies.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the AI function vision, strategy and governance structure in alignment with business goals
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI across PV processes to improve efficiency, insights, and scalability
• Support the definition and execution of the GPS digital innovation strategy, providing AI expertise and technical input to the Executive Director, PV Innovation, GPS
• Translate PV business requirements into scalable AI-enabled solutions and digital capabilities
• Establish and maintain architecture, data, security, and Responsible AI standards and guardrails for PV AI initiatives
• Oversee the implementation and scaling of AI solutions across GPS, ensuring solutions are fit-for-purpose and deliver measurable value
• Ensure AI-enabled solutions comply with GxP, validation, data integrity, privacy, and regulatory requirements
• Partner with key technology teams (e.g., GD IT, Cloud, Dev Ops, AI & Digital, Compliance) to ensure technology alignment, platform integration, and scalable deployment
• Provide operational insights and emerging technology opportunities to inform the broader PV digital innovation roadmap
• Build, coach, and scale a high-performing team, and drive succession planning and talent pipelines

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor's degree with 12+ years (Or MS with 10+) of experience in pharmacovigilance, safety systems, digital innovation, data science, or AI-enabled technology within the life sciences industry
• Proven hands on AI expertise can be considered as a substitute for total years of required experience
• Demonstrated experience working at the intersection of safety operations and technology
• Strong knowledge of AI and advanced analytic applications within regulated environments
• Strong understanding of pharmacovigilance processes and safety systems (e.g., safety databases, signal detection tools, reporting platforms)
• Knowledge of AI governance, Responsible AI frameworks, and data security standards
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives across Safety, IT, and digital teams

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree with 12+ years (Or MS with 10+) of experience in pharmacovigilance, safety systems, digital innovation, data science, or AI-enabled technology within the life sciences industry

Skills

• AI expertise
• Data science
• Pharmacovigilance processes
• Responsible AI frameworks
• Technology leadership

Benefits

• Competitive and comprehensive total rewards package including annual bonuses, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits

Pay

• $183,100.00 - $305,200.00 annually

Schedule

• Full time