Chief Information Officer, VP of Information Technology

Scholar Rock • Cambridge, MA

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About The Position

The Chief Information Officer (CIO)/VP of IT will lead Scholar Rock’s global IT function through a period of rapid growth, modernization, and strategic transformation. This executive will ensure workplace enablement and IT service reliability today, while defining and executing a forward-looking technology vision that enables global commercialization, compliant operations, and digital innovation. A proven builder and scaler of IT organizations and systems, the CIO/VP IT will establish the people, processes, and platforms needed to support Scholar Rock’s growth from a development-stage biotech to a fully integrated global commercial company. The CIO/VP IT will also be a visible leader with regular engagement at the Executive Team and Board level, providing updates on IT performance, cybersecurity, compliance, and digital strategy.

Requirements

• 15+ years of IT leadership, including senior executive experience in biotech, pharma, or life sciences.
• Demonstrated success building and scaling IT organizations and enterprise systems to support global business growth.
• Proven track record in stabilizing IT operations while delivering long-term digital strategy.
• Deep knowledge of GxP IT systems, validation, and global regulatory requirements.
• Experience implementing and managing commercial IT platforms (CRM, data hub, analytics, field force tools).
• Experience leading Finance (ERP) and HRIS/HCM systems implementation and optimization in a public company context.
• Strong background in data strategy, digital innovation, and technology enablement.
• Excellent leadership, vendor management, and change management skills.
• Strong boardroom presence, with experience preparing and delivering executive and board-level updates.

Responsibilities

• Ensure reliable IT operations and service delivery for employees, labs, and field teams.
• Build a customer-focused IT culture with clear governance, metrics, and accountability.
• Modernize collaboration and productivity platforms to improve hybrid work and global connectivity.
• Define and execute a visionary IT strategy aligned with Scholar Rock’s scientific, operational, and commercial goals.
• Enable data-driven decision-making through modern data platforms, analytics, and integration across R&D, clinical, supply chain, G&A, and commercial functions.
• Explore and implement emerging technologies (cloud, AI/ML, digital engagement) to create competitive advantage.
• Serve as a thought partner to the Executive Team and the business on technology investments and digital transformation.
• Provide frequent updates to the Executive Team and Board on IT performance, risk management, and progress toward strategic objectives.
• Oversee implementation and compliance of GxP systems across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and pharmacovigilance.
• Deliver validated enterprise applications (ERP, QMS, LIMS, serialization, data platforms) that are scalable for commercial operations.
• Lead deployment of commercial IT systems: CRM platforms for field force effectiveness (e.g., Veeva, Salesforce).
• Build and optimize G&A systems including Finance/ERP systems to support SOX compliance, reporting, and global operations.
• Build a robust cybersecurity program to protect sensitive clinical, commercial, employee, and patient data.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, and other global data regulations.
• Develop scalable IT infrastructure and networks to support Scholar Rock’s international expansion.
• Establish and scale a global IT organization with the right mix of internal talent and external partners.
• Define the operating model, including in-house IT leadership, managed service providers, and strategic vendors.
• Build an IT team capable of supporting 24/7 operations across regions, with clear roles in workplace support, GxP/commercial systems, cybersecurity, and enterprise applications.
• Develop succession planning, talent pipelines, and governance structures for long-term scalability.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees