Head, R&D Technology Enabled Science

CSL; Opfikon; Vor Ort; CHF 140’000 - 180’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading biotechnology company seeks a strategic I&T leader to drive technology initiatives, manage teams, and optimize business value. The role involves extensive experience in IT and leadership, focusing on global operations and digital trends to enhance organizational strategy. Candidates with a strong business acumen and strategic thinking are encouraged to apply.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of leadership experience and 15 years in IT.
• Experience in global IT management for 3-5 years.
• Desirable experience in regulated environments like Pharma/Biotech.

Aufgaben

• Lead strategic technology initiatives and project management.
• Develop technology roadmaps and business cases.
• Manage teams and expectations across geographic locations.

Kenntnisse

Strategic Thinking

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Ausbildung

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Business Administration

MBA

Jobbeschreibung

Develops a deep knowledge of the supported function and builds positive relationships throughout the organization. Educates business partners about processes, roles, and I&T capabilities that create value.

Ensures business value realization and optimization by developing technology roadmaps, business cases, managing expectations, and identifying opportunities for technological value addition.

Acts as a trusted advisor and primary I&T contact for business leaders, providing strategic consulting and support for key initiatives. Communicates project decisions, priorities, and updates effectively.

Leads a team comprising business partners, project managers, analysts, and support staff, including internal and external resources.

Supports delivery of technology projects aligned with business needs, focusing on strategic initiatives and understanding market challenges.

Responsible for developing and implementing solution roadmaps, ensuring organizational and customer satisfaction, and maintaining compliance.

Collaborates across I&T functions, identifying opportunities for adoption and partnering with leadership on new initiatives. Establishes matrix teams to develop solutions.

Focuses on business value, framing problems before developing solutions, considering digital trends, risks, and business continuity.

Develops and drives the I&T vision and strategy for the supported business function, inspiring confidence and purpose.

Utilizes industry trends and digital advances to identify new opportunities and business needs.

Applies I&T architectural principles to ensure alignment with standards and frameworks.

Provides guidance on best practices and supports continuous improvement across multiple geographic locations (US, Europe, Asia-Pacific).

Creates high-level models/frameworks for future analysis to enhance business architecture.

Manages people and sourcing strategies to meet strategic goals, overseeing internal and external staff via CSL’s contract with Capgemini.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or relevant discipline; MBA desirable.
• Extensive experience in strategic technology leadership, with at least 10 years of leadership and 15 years of IT experience across disciplines.
• Experience managing IT in a global environment for 3-5 years.
• Proven project management skills and leadership, influencing senior stakeholders.
• Experience in regulated environments like Pharma/Biotech is desirable.
• Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, operational focus, and results orientation.
• Excellent communication, influencing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead in a matrix environment and drive organizational change.