Senior Director - AI
About The Position
The Senior Director, AI leads the engineering and research team responsible for building and delivering Mayo Clinic DigPath's digital-biology technology platforms. The role translates organizational vision into validated, deployed products and works closely with the Vice President, Digital Biology, the Chief Medical Officer, and the Chief Science Officer to shape technical direction and execute the roadmap, delivery, and technical quality of DigPath's core model and platform portfolio. This portfolio includes foundation and task-specific models, AI Virtual Cells, biological digital twins, and digital biomarker discovery. The Senior Director directs a multidisciplinary team of AI/ML engineers, software developers, and research scientists, translating clinical and scientific priorities into engineering execution. The role partners with the Chief Medical Officer on clinical relevance and the Chief Science Officer on scientific rigor, with the goal of delivering breakthrough tools quickly and with technical excellence while prioritizing patients. The primary responsibility is managing highly matrixed cross-functional activities and personnel, with oversight of departmental AI governance, technology, and operations. The leader also works with Chairs representing the department across Mayo Clinic, partners closely with Shield leaders, and coordinates with enterprise and Site leaders and governance bodies. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or transfer. Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Computer Science, AI/ML Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Design, or Health Informatics.
- At least 10 years of related experience, including executive-level management of digital, technology, security, or product teams in complex organizations.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Business, Law, Computer Science, Engineering, Design, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
- Experience in integrated healthcare, academic medical centers, or regulated industries.
Responsibilities
- Lead the engineering and research team building and delivering Mayo Clinic DigPath's digital-biology technology platforms.
- Translate organizational vision into validated, deployed products.
- Shape and execute technical direction, including the roadmap, delivery, and technical quality for DigPath's core model and platform portfolio.
- Direct a multidisciplinary team of AI/ML engineers, software developers, and research scientists.
- Translate clinical and scientific priorities into engineering execution, partnering with the Chief Medical Officer on clinical relevance and the Chief Science Officer on scientific rigor.
- Manage highly matrixed cross-functional activities and personnel.
- Oversee departmental AI governance, technology, and operations.
- Work with Chairs representing the department across Mayo Clinic, partner with Shield leaders, and coordinate with enterprise and Site leaders and governance bodies.
Benefits
- Medical plan options
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage
- Vision plan with a national network
- HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses
- Competitive retirement package
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities
- Competitive compensation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
