Executive Director, R&D Advanced Analytics, Automation, and AI Lead

Executive Director, R&D Advanced Analytics, Automation, and AI Lead page is loaded## Executive Director, R&D Advanced Analytics, Automation, and AI Leadlocations: Seqirus UK - Maidenhead: APAC, AU, Victoria, Melbourne, CSL Limited Melbourne: Seqirus USA - MA - Waltham: Americas, US-PA, King of Prussia, CSL Behringtime type: Full timeposted on: Offerta pubblicata oggijob requisition id: R- The Position: The R&D Advanced Analytics, Automation, and AI Lead is responsible for executing the R&D digital acceleration roadmap, with a primary focus on delivering business value through advanced and emerging technologies. In close collaboration with I&T, this role oversees the design, development, and deployment of analytics, automation, and AI/ML solutions across the R&D value chain. The leader partners with RDLT, TES LT, I&T, and external innovation ecosystems to identify and apply disruptive technologies that enable measurable transformation. Acting as a strategic bridge between R&D and I&T, this role ensures digital acceleration initiatives are technically robust, operationally impactful, and fully aligned with enterprise architecture and capabilities. Responsibilities:* Lead the development and execution of the R&D digital acceleration roadmap focused on automation, AI, and advanced analytics* Identify disruptive technologies and use cases (e.g., generative AI, intelligent automation, simulation, digital twins)* Partner with business stakeholders to develop scalable, production-ready digital solutions* Lead agile teams to develop models, tools, and platforms aligned with R&D needs* Drive rapid experimentation and innovation, ensuring feasibility, compliance, and user adoption* Establish metrics to measure the impact of digital interventions on cycle times, quality, and outcomes* Oversee partnerships with AI/ML vendors, academic collaborators, and industry consortia* Build internal capabilities and talent pipelines for digital and analytics functions* Ensure that all AI, automation, and advanced analytics solutions are implemented in a compliant manner, supporting readiness for regulatory audits and inspections involving emerging technologies* Provide thought leadership in AI, including the development and implementation of AI governance frameworks, ethical AI practices, and active engagement with industry consortia such as Pistoia Alliance, CIOMS, TransCelerate, and other relevant forums to shape standards and best practicesEducation & Requirements:* Master’s or PhD in Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields* 15+ years of experience in digital leadership or advanced analytics/AI roles within R&D-driven pharmaceutical industry* Deep knowledge of life sciences and experience applying AI/ML and automation in scientific or regulatory domains* Demonstrated ability to deliver AI-enabled tools in regulated environments* Strong cross-functional collaboration and change leadership skills* Expertise in digital product lifecycle, from experimentation to scale* Experience supporting regulatory audits and inspections involving emerging technologies, including AI and automation, in a GxP or highly regulated environment## **About CSL Behring**CSL Behring is a global biotherapeutics leader driven by our promise to save lives. Focused on serving patients’ needs by using the latest technologies, we discover, develop and deliver innovative therapies for people living with conditions in the immunology, hematology, cardiovascular and metabolic, respiratory, and transplant therapeutic areas. We use three strategic scientific platforms of plasma fractionation, recombinant protein technology, and cell and gene therapy to support continued innovation and continually refine ways in which products can address unmet medical needs and help patients lead full lives.CSL Behring operates one of the world’s largest plasma collection networks, CSL Plasma. Our parent company, CSL, headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, employs 32,000 people, and delivers its lifesaving therapies to people in more than 100 countries.To learn more about CSL, CSL Behring, CSL Seqirus and CSL Vifor visit and CSL Plasma at .**Our Benefits**For more information on CSL benefits visit .**You Belong at CSL**At CSL, Inclusion and Belonging is at the core of our mission and who we are. It fuels our innovation day in and day out. By celebrating our differences and creating a culture of curiosity and empathy, we are able to better understand and connect with our patients and donors, foster strong relationships with our stakeholders, and sustain a diverse workforce that will move our company and industry into the future. To learn more about inclusion and belonging visit Opportunity Employer**CSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit .#J-18808-Ljbffr