Obsidian Therapeutics

Associate Director, IT Operations – Digital Solutions and Technology

Obsidian Therapeutics

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: MassachusettsUnited States

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Salary

💰 $174,000 - $212,500 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Develop and execute Digital Solutions & Technology operations strategy aligned with Obsidian’s growth, compliance needs, and culture.
  • Lead day-to-day operations, including infrastructure, cloud environments, enterprise systems, and lab/scientific software.
  • Manage MSP resources, ensuring high-quality support and service levels.
  • Partner with Info Security lead to ensure robust cybersecurity and data protection.
  • Optimize Digital Solutions & Technology processes (incident, problem, change management) and drive adoption of best practices, with a strong emphasis on ITIL and change management in a controlled, regulated environment.
  • Manage vendor relationships and operations budget.
  • Support onboarding/offboarding, access management, and end-user training.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate IT risks; develop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
  • Work closely with Facilities, Lab Operations, and other business units to ensure Digital Solutions meet evolving scientific and operational needs.
  • Drive process optimization and adoption of new technologies to improve service delivery and operational efficiency.
  • Define, track, and report on IT operational KPIs (e.g., uptime, ticket resolution, user satisfaction, compliance metrics).
  • Prepare for and support regulatory audits (FDA, SOX, etc.), ensuring documentation and processes are audit-ready.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field with 10+ years of relevant IT experience, including leadership of IT operations in a regulated environment (biotech, pharma, or healthcare preferred).
  • Experience with IT operations in agile, fast-growing companies.
  • Experience with GxP systems operational support (CSV/CSA).
  • Experience with change control systems and processes for GxP/SOX.
  • Experience managing MSPs and IT service delivery across multiple locations.
  • Strong knowledge of enterprise platforms (NetSuite, M365, ADP, Benchling, etc.) and lab/scientific software.
  • Experience managing Lab IT systems.
  • Excellent planning, coordination, and time management skills.
  • Strong oral, written, and visual communication skills.
  • Ability to build productive relationships across scientific, business, and technical teams.
  • Systems thinking and sound judgment, especially in risk management and escalation
Benefits
  • comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • company contributions to health savings and retirement accounts
  • ample paid time off
  • access to wellness programs
  • rich career growth opportunities
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