Director, Data Enablement & AI Reporting

Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc.; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 186,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. is seeking a Director of Data Enablement and Reporting to lead data governance, AI readiness, and advanced reporting across R&D.

You will partner with AI, data science, and IT teams to deliver governed data products and analytics for clinical trials and regulatory needs. This remote, full-time role in the United States focuses on building a data-centric culture, implementing FAIR principles, and enabling Gen AI-enabled reporting for stakeholders while ensuring

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative discipline such as Data Science, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8-10+ years of experience in data management, data governance, stakeholder management or a related role within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences industry.
• Proven track record of defining, implementing, and operationalizing data governance frameworks and delivering strategic reporting in a regulated (GxP) environment.
• Deep understanding of R&D data and information domains (e.g., clinical trials, drug development, external real-world data, genomics, and other digital/device and sensor data), data standards (e.g., CDISC), and regulatory compliance.
• Experience collaborating with data science and AI teams and a strong familiarity with the modern data stack (cloud platforms, data lakes, data catalogs). Familiarity with modern DSPM, and Data Governance solutions
• Excellent leadership, communication, and change management skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders across a complex, matrixed organization.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop, champion, and execute the R&D data strategy roadmap, aligning with enterprise standards and regulatory requirements.
• Design and operationalize a fit-for-purpose data governance framework with policies, standards, and stewardship.
• Oversee data governance and AI readiness initiatives, including metadata management and data lineage tracking.
• Establish data quality standards and KPIs; lead remediation for data integrity and readiness for AI/DS.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate AI needs into prioritized data initiatives.
• Lead analytics and reporting for Clinical Trial operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Change management

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative discipline

Tools

Data lakes

Data catalogs

DSPM

Job description

Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. is seeking a Director of Data Enablement and Reporting to lead data governance, AI readiness, and advanced reporting across R&D.

You will partner with AI, data science, and IT teams to deliver governed data products and analytics for clinical trials and regulatory needs. This remote, full-time role in the United States focuses on building a data-centric culture, implementing FAIR principles, and enabling Gen AI-enabled reporting for stakeholders while ensuring