Manager Information Systems

*What you will do*

• The role will provide people leadership and project management expertise to the Biological Studies team that implements software platforms enabling the capture, analysis, storage, and report of in vitro assays and in vivo / pre-clinical studies, as well as those that manage compound inventories / biological sample banks. This individual will be responsible for developing and leading a very hardworking team that is built for delivering high-end and innovative technologies. As a scientific domain expert, this role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify strategies for implementation and adoption of standardized experimental data management platforms for drug discovery research.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in informatics solution delivery with a consistent record of leadership in technology-driven environments that facilitate R&D activities and has a passion for fostering innovation and excellence in the biotechnology industry. The candidate will have experience in evaluation and coaching of Technology Analysts, coupled with project management and budget management experience. Additionally, collaboration with global teams is required to ensure seamless integration and operational excellence. This role demands the ability to drive and deliver against key organizational critical initiatives, foster a collaborative environment, and deliver high-quality results in a matrixed organizational structure.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage diverse teams within a matrixed organization.
• Develop talent, motivate the team, delegate effectively, champion diversity within the team and act as a role model of servant leadership.
• Manage, grow, and develop the Biological Studies Technology team in India, ensuring global ways of working are embedded in the local organization.
• Provide Project Management expertise for the implementation of specialized technology platforms that enable streamlined and automated scientific data management ensuring data integrity from lab to analytics.
• Oversee operating budgets and product team budgets, ensuring regular review of actuals and latest estimates, managing according to agreed governance.
• Provide technology delivery operations leadership for Biological Studies product teams that enable systems for in vitro, in vivo, preclinical, and clinical study data management.
• Ensure scientific data operations are scoped into building Research-wide Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning capabilities.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Understand the decision-making process, workflows, and business and information needs of business partners and team members.
• Work with Product Owners, Service Owners and/or delivery teams to ensure that delivery matches commitments, facilitating communication when service commitments are not met.
• Ensure communication of key performance metrics and analysis of unmet needs.
• Ensure ongoing alignment with strategy, compliance, and regulatory requirements for technology investments and services.
• Collaborate with geographically dispersed teams, including those in the US, EU, and other international locations.

Basic Qualifications:

• Masters degree with 4 - 6 years of experience in Computer Science, IT, Computational Chemistry, Computational Biology/Bioinformatics or related field OR
• Bachelors degree with 6 - 8 years of experience in Computer Science, IT, Computational Chemistry, Computational Biology/Bioinformatics or related field OR
• Diploma with years of experience in Computer Science, IT, Computational Chemistry, Computational Biology/Bioinformatics or related field

Functional Skills:

Must-Have Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in implementing and supporting biopharma scientific software platforms.
• Expertise in a scientific domain area and related technology needs
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for tackling complex challenges in drug discovery with technology and data
• Demonstrated excellence in technology delivery operations including project management and budget management
• Experience building strong teams with consistent practices in a matrix organization

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a people leadership role within a pharmaceutical or technology organization
• Experience leading the implementation of scientific software platforms such as Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• Budget management for technology ecosystem
• Experience in IS governance practices for product delivery and project management
• Knowledge of AI and machine learning for drug discovery research and preclinical development.
• Experience with cloud (e.g. AWS) and on-premise infrastructure
• In-depth knowledge of Agile processes and principles for coordinated solutions and teams via SAFe
• Strong analytical/critical-thinking and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Professional Certifications:

• SAFe for Teams certification (preferred)

Soft Skills:

• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Strong transformation and change management experience
• Exceptional collaboration and communication skills
• High degree of initiative and self-motivation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully
• Team-oriented with a focus on achieving team goals
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills
• Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams