Executive Director – R&D Advanced Analytics, Automation, AI Lead
CSL
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Waltham • Massachusetts • Pennsylvania • United States
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About the role
- Develop and execute a digital acceleration roadmap aligned with the broader R&D Technology Enabled Science vision.
- Identify, evaluate, and implement cutting-edge technologies (e.g., AI/ML, data analytics, automation, digital twin, cloud platforms) to support R&D activities.
- Partner with R&D teams to digitize key processes, enhance data utilization, and enable rapid experimentation.
- Lead the charge using Agentic Software Development approaches to drive innovation in R&D.
- Drive cultural and organizational change to support digital adoption, including change management and stakeholder engagement.
- Work closely with CSL I&T and R&D teams, as well as external partners and startups.
- Define KPIs and metrics to track the impact of digital initiatives on R&D productivity and outcomes.
- Hire, develop and retain critical talent, modernization our delivery and development methodologies to align to a platform delivery mindset.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in R&D, digital transformation, or innovation leadership roles
- Proven experience implementing digital solutions in a scientific, engineering, or technical environment
- Strong knowledge of emerging digital technologies relevant to R&D
- Experience delivering solutions using Agentic Development tools like Claude Code and Codex
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all organizational levels.
Benefits
- For more information on CSL benefits visit How CSL Supports Your Well-being | CSL
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
digital transformationdata analyticsautomationcloud platformsAgentic Software Developmentdigital solutions implementationemerging digital technologiesKPI definitionmetrics trackingplatform delivery methodologies
Soft Skills
communicationcollaborationstakeholder managementleadershipinfluencechange managementorganizational changeteam developmenttalent retentioncross-functional team leadership