AI Product Lead

Alpha Life Sciences • Jersey City, NJ

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

In 2020, a group of senior technology and product experts from Google and Verily China decided to delve into the intelligent digitalization of life science clinical research. Their findings resulted in AlphaLife Sciences, a pioneer in the fusion of life sciences and AI computer science as an AI-enabled integrated clinical research platform. Our flagship product, AuroraPrime, integrates Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) into a powerful AI-driven SaaS platform. Trusted by global top MNCs, our innovations accelerate drug development and market entry. We are committed to globalizing AuroraPrime to enhance clinical trials and real-world research by leveraging cutting-edge AI, cloud computing, and big data. We help our clients achieve clinical operational efficiency, automate processes, and make smarter decisions to get their products to market faster. We are proud partners with Microsoft's Pegasus Program, Google for Startups, and Johnson & Johnson Innovation JLABS, delivering cutting-edge solutions like Generative AI-Copiloted Medical Writing, Intelligent EDC and Data Management, and Agile Trial Management.

The Role AlphaLife Sciences is seeking a Head of Product Management to define, build, and scale a world-class product organization developing AI-powered clinical applications that leverage generative AI and large language models (LLMs). You will set the strategic direction for our product portfolio , lead and mentor a team of product managers , and drive the execution of practical, application-layer AI solutions that streamline pharmaceutical workflows and extract insights to drive innovation in life sciences. We're looking for a strategic leader who thrives on ownership, enjoys tackling complex challenges, can translate ambiguity into clear product vision, and can deliver measurable business results in a dynamic environment. You'll collaborate with executive leadership, a talented team of industry and technology experts, and directly engage with senior pharmaceutical stakeholders to bring innovative AI solutions to the market. If you're passionate about building exceptional products and teams, and enjoy defining strategy for complex challenges with intuitive solutions, this opportunity could be ideal for you.

Requirements

• 8+ years in product management in B2B SaaS or AI-driven products, including 3+ years in leadership roles
• Proven experience building and scaling product teams in high-growth environments
• Strong understanding of AI/LLM-powered product development and application in real-world workflows
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical, clinical, or regulated industry workflows (or ability to ramp quickly)
• Ability to define product strategy and deliver measurable business impact in complex environments
• Excellent communication skills for executive-level stakeholders; strong ability to operate in ambiguity
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree preferred
• Experience in clinical operations, medical writing, or regulatory affairs within life sciences
• Existing relationships with senior leaders at pharmaceutical companies

Responsibilities

• Define and own product vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI-powered clinical documentation products aligned with company goals
• Build, lead, and scale a high-performing product management team; establish hiring, onboarding, and career development frameworks
• Define product management best practices and decision-making frameworks across the organization
• Act as a strategic partner to the CEO on product direction, validating assumptions through customer and market insights
• Develop deep expertise in clinical, regulatory, and medical writing workflows (e.g., Protocols, CSRs, IND/NDA modules)
• Build relationships with senior leaders in pharmaceutical companies, CROs, regulatory affairs, and medical writing teams
• Lead market research and customer discovery to identify unmet needs and product opportunities
• Own end-to-end product lifecycle from concept to delivery across multiple product lines
• Define prioritization frameworks balancing customer needs, technical feasibility, regulatory requirements, and business impact
• Write clear product requirements for AI-powered clinical documentation solutions informed by FDA/ICH standards
• Partner closely with Engineering, QA, and cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality execution
• Define strategy for generative AI/LLM applications in medical writing and clinical documentation
• Evaluate build vs buy vs partner decisions for AI capabilities
• Define success metrics for AI features, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and user value
• Drive release planning, sprint coordination, and execution quality across product teams
• Establish and report product KPIs to executive leadership
• Represent product function in executive and strategic planning discussions

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities and mentorship; executive coaching and leadership training
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including equity participation commensurate with leadership responsibility
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage
• Flexible work arrangements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager