Director, AI Engineering (Global Development)

BioSpace; Village of Tarrytown (NY); On-site; USD 205,000 - 341,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and wellness programs

401(k) company match

Annual bonuses

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company located in Tarrytown, NY, is seeking a Director of AI Engineering. This pivotal role involves providing strategic direction in AI solutions, enhancing clinical trial design and regulatory processes through innovative technologies. Candidates should have a PhD with substantial experience in AI or a Master's/Bachelor's with extensive industry experience. The position includes managing cross-functional teams and improving AI capabilities, alongside attractive benefits and salary packages.

Qualifications

• 10-12 years experience in AI/ML or a Master's/Bachelor's with 12-15+ years experience required.
• Deep understanding of generative AI and machine learning.
• Expertise in programming required.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction to a team of engineers for AI/ML solutions.
• Architect data engineering strategies for diverse data sources.
• Collaborate with leaders to identify AI integration opportunities.

Skills

Generative AI

Machine Learning

Natural Language Processing

Statistical Modeling

Python

R

Data Analysis

Automation

Software Development

Large-scale Clinical Datasets

Education

PhD in Computer Science/Data Science/AI/Engineering

Master's Degree in relevant field

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Tools

Database Platforms

Cloud Computing Infrastructure

Job description

Overview

Our Global Development (GD) team is seeking a Director, AI Engineering to embark on a digital transformation incorporating AI, machine learning, and automation. The goal is to help us reduce cycle times, improve quality, and allow us to focus on more meaningful work. You will play a key role in developing platforms, processes and technologies across GD.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and technical leadership to an eventual team of engineers to design, implement, and refine novel algorithms and scalable AI/ML solutions. These will be tailored to applications such as clinical trial design, regulatory intelligence, patient identification and stratification. Oversee the deployment of these solutions into production environments, employing hands-on technical expertise to ensure excellence in execution.
• Architect and refine data engineering and data architecture strategies to integrate and optimize diverse data sources.
• Partner with the Digital Transformation AI lead and leaders across Global Development to evaluate and implement use cases for implementing AI in the enterprise, including automating manual processes such as protocol review, monitoring, and adverse event review.
• Provide strategic leadership to initiatives with Global Development IT and enterprise IT to build infrastructure (software and hardware) to support advanced analytics, including vendor evaluation.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to identify high-value opportunities for AI/ML integration and lead the execution of innovative solutions that address critical business challenges.
• Empower colleagues to leverage AI/ML effectively by providing guidance that bridges technical expertise with strategic insights, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• Establish robust validation frameworks for AI models, ensuring reliability and efficiency.
• Stay at the forefront of AI/ML advancements, evaluating emerging technologies and methodologies for potential adoption within Regeneron.
• Lead initiatives to continuously improve the organization's AI capabilities, fostering a competitive edge.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, AI/ML, Engineering, or related with 10-12 years experience or a Master or Bachelors with 12-15+ years experience in AI/ML or software engineering. Your experience must include a deep understanding of generative AI, machine learning, natural language processing, and statistical modeling. Expertise in programming (Python, R, etc.), with a focus on applying advanced technical skills to data analysis, automation, and software development is required. Expertise in database platforms and cloud computing infrastructure. Experience managing and analyzing large-scale clinical datasets. Excellent communication skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership, both technical and non-technical. Experience managing multiple projects in parallel. Experience working in and managing cross-functional teams. Have track record of model development, implementation to scale, maintenance, and evaluation in a healthcare or life sciences setting.

May require travel up to 20%.

EEO and Benefits

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location. In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other countries specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter.

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together. For that reason, many of Regenerons roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regenerons on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location.

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Salary Range (annual): $205,000.00 - $341,600.00. For roles in the U.S. salary ranges shown are in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles based in Japan and/or Canada, ranges are shown in accordance with local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S., Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.

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