Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) needs a Director of Digital Transformation to spearhead the digital technology strategy for all supporting functions (finance, quality, HR, legal etc.) to align technology strategy with business priorities, ignite innovation, and deliver measurable impact through digital excellence.
Requirements
- Experience with platforms like SAP, Smart solve and Veeva QMS
- Experience with ensuring interoperability between different clinical systems and platforms to facilitate seamless data exchange and collaboration
- Extensive knowledge of advanced engineering principles, theories, and concepts.
- Proficiency in system design tools and methodologies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex challenges.
- Digital tool and Technologies that support Finance, Quality etc
- Data-Driven Decision Making
Responsibilities
- Partner with senior executives and research leaders to embed digital technologies, data analytics, and AI into all of the overhead departments — ensuring alignment with SCRI’s overarching business and research strategies.
- Define a forward-looking strategy for data and AI integration for overhead departments.
- Champion the deployment of automation and AI-driven tools to reduce manual processes
- Lead the full product lifecycle for digital solutions - from ideation and roadmap development to stakeholder alignment and continuous improvement.
- Identify high-impact use cases for digital transformation and AI across clinical operations.
- Leverage AI and machine learning to analyze and streamline business processes, eliminate manual steps and increase productivity, improve data integrity, and elevate the patient experience.
- Establish and track KPIs to evaluate the impact of digital and AI initiatives on research productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
Other
- 12+ years of experience in clinical research or a related field, with a strong focus on digital transformation, data analytics, and AI integration.
- Proven track record in strategic planning, project management, and change leadership.
- In-depth understanding of clinical research processes, regulatory requirements, and industry trends.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and inspire across all levels of the organization
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
