Director, Ai Transformation

Emerald Clinical Trials Inc.; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerald Clinical Trials seeks a seasoned Director of AI Transformation to lead the enterprise-wide adoption of AI and Generative AI across Clinical Operations, Biometrics, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and IT. You will define strategy, prioritize high-impact use cases, and drive governance, security, and ethical AI practices.

The role requires executive collaboration with senior leaders, change management, and a track record of delivering AI-enabled business value in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Emerald Clinical's enterprise AI and Generative AI strategy and roadmap.
• Identify, assess, and prioritize AI use cases across business functions to maximize operational efficiency and business value.
• Lead AI transformation initiatives from concept through implementation, adoption, governance, and value realization.
• Partner with executive stakeholders to align AI solutions with strategic business objectives and organizational priorities.
• Establish frameworks for AI governance, risk management, security, privacy, and ethical use of AI technologies.
• Provide oversight and guidance on AI architecture, platform selection, integration approaches, and technical standards.
• Collaborate with Quality, Compliance, Security, and Legal teams to ensure AI initiatives meet applicable regulatory and GxP requirements.
• Drive organizational change management efforts to improve AI adoption and user engagement.
• Build internal AI capabilities and reduce dependency on external consulting resources through knowledge

Job description

Emerald Clinical Trials is a global leader in clinical research, partnering with over 160 biotech companies and 15 of the world's top 20 pharmaceutical firms . Headquartered in Singapore, we combine scientific excellence with operational expertise to deliver end-to-end clinical trial solutions across all phases, including Phase I-IV and real-world studies .

With over 25 years of experience and a world-renowned focus in renal research , Emerald Clinical has helped drive medical breakthroughs through deep scientific insight, operational excellence, and an unwavering commitment to quality.

Global Expertise. Local Insight. Real Impact.

Our 800+ employees across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the Americas work together to accelerate clinical development through stronger site partnerships, deeper patient engagement, and innovative trial delivery. At Emerald Clinical, we are passionate about advancing science and improving outcomes for patients worldwide.

About The Role

The Director, AI Transformation is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving Emerald Clinical's enterprise-wide adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI technologies. This position will lead the development and execution of the organization's AI strategy, ensuring AI capabilities are aligned with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities.

Working closely with executive leadership and key stakeholders across Clinical Operations, Biometrics, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Commercial, Finance, Human Resources, and Information Technology, the Director will identify, prioritize, and deliver AI-driven initiatives that enhance productivity, improve decision‑making, strengthen compliance, and support business growth.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced transformation leader who combines strong technical expertise with executive-level business acumen and is passionate about leveraging emerging technologies to create lasting organizational impact.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Emerald Clinical's enterprise AI and Generative AI strategy and roadmap.
• Identify, assess, and prioritize AI use cases across business functions to maximize operational efficiency and business value.
• Lead AI transformation initiatives from concept through implementation, adoption, governance, and value realization.
• Partner with executive stakeholders to align AI solutions with strategic business objectives and organizational priorities.
• Establish frameworks for AI governance, risk management, security, privacy, and ethical use of AI technologies.
• Provide oversight and guidance on AI architecture, platform selection, integration approaches, and technical standards.
• Collaborate with Quality, Compliance, Security, and Legal teams to ensure AI initiatives meet applicable regulatory and GxP requirements.
• Drive organizational change management efforts to improve AI adoption and user engagement.
• Build internal AI capabilities and reduce dependency on external consulting resources through knowledge