Head of CTS Data & AI Enablement

Merck KGaA • Rockville, MD

76d • $146,200 - $219,300

About The Position

As our Contract Testing Services (CTS) Head of Data & AI Enablement, you will drive the delivery of a robust data and digital product ecosystem that fuels advanced analytics and AI/ML initiatives across the organization. You will lead a high-performing global team, ensuring high-quality, governed data is available as a reusable asset and that digital applications are effectively managed. You will engage with diverse technical and functional teams, fostering collaboration to operationalize AI use cases for maximum value creation. Your responsibilities include building curated datasets, delivering secure Data-as-a-Service solutions, owning critical data applications, and ensuring data quality and compliance. Join us to shape our digital transformation and make a tangible impact!

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and at least 8 years of management experience in Data Management, Data Engineering, Digital Products, or AI/ML Enablement.
• Master's Degree and at least 6 years of related experience.
• PhD and at least 4 years of related experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in the Biotech/Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences industry.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements such as cGMP, GxP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11.
• Experience in validation and compliance practices.
• Familiarity with AI/ML practices including model lifecycle management.
• Experience establishing effective strategic plans and business objectives for AI/ML adoption.

Responsibilities

• Drive the delivery of a robust data and digital product ecosystem.
• Lead a high-performing global team.
• Ensure high-quality, governed data is available as a reusable asset.
• Manage digital applications effectively.
• Engage with diverse technical and functional teams.
• Foster collaboration to operationalize AI use cases.
• Build curated datasets.
• Deliver secure Data-as-a-Service solutions.
• Own critical data applications.
• Ensure data quality and compliance.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• 401(k)-matching program.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including cash bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees