Head of R&D- AI Integrations

Clario

About The Position

Clario, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, is a global leader in clinical trial technology. We combine deep scientific expertise with the industry’s broadest endpoint collection platform to help pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies deliver life‑changing therapies to patients. As we continue to scale, we are seeking a Head of Research & Development to lead the evolution of our global technology organization. This role serves as a key technical and organizational leader, responsible for shaping Clario’s long‑term engineering strategy while ensuring the stability, scalability, and quality of our current and next‑generation platforms, with a particular focus on the integration of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to accelerate clinical outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an IT‑related, scientific, or technical field, or equivalent professional experience
15+ years of experience leading enterprise‑level R&D organizations or large‑scale strategic technology programs
Proven experience managing the full product engineering lifecycle using Agile methodologies with a focus on MLOps and CI/CD for AI
Extensive experience delivering solutions in hybrid cloud (AWS/Azure), IaaS, and PaaS environments, specifically leveraging cloud-native AI/ML services (e.g., SageMaker, Azure AI)
Strong background managing teams operating under formal Product and Development Lifecycles, including the validation of AI models in regulated environments
Demonstrated success in people leadership, organizational development, and managing data science and engineering teams in complex environments
Deep knowledge of enterprise solution architecture, data privacy (GDPR/HIPAA), and information security standards as they relate to large language models (LLMs) and data processing
Strong analytical, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in life sciences, clinical trials, or other regulated industries preferred
Familiarity with clinical data transfer, storage standards, and regulated software risk management for algorithmic decision-making

Responsibilities

Partner with executive leadership to define product architecture, company vision, and long‑term technical strategy, prioritizing AI-driven modernization across the platform
Translate strategic objectives into actionable global R&D roadmaps, identifying key opportunities for Generative AI and predictive modeling to enhance endpoint collection
Lead global, multidisciplinary software development and engineering test teams to deliver high‑quality, well‑architected solutions that incorporate AI/ML frameworks
Balance innovation and operational excellence by maintaining existing platforms while expanding next‑generation, AI-augmented product offerings
Own global R&D budget planning and resource management, ensuring adequate investment in AI infrastructure, data science talent, and emerging tech
Foster a high‑performance culture focused on technical excellence, innovation, accountability, and the ethical application of AI in clinical settings
Oversee administrative R&D functions, including talent acquisition for specialized AI/ML roles, professional development, and technical training
Ensure rigorous compliance with SOPs and SWIs, promoting consistent quality and regulatory adherence for AI-enabled medical software
Act as a senior escalation point between customers, Operations, and Engineering, integrating feedback into the software development lifecycle to refine AI model performance
Provide transparent reporting on delivery status, risk mitigation, and the ROI of AI/ML initiatives
Build and manage strategic relationships with technology partners and vendors to enhance internal AI capabilities and cloud-native services