Associate Director, AI / ML

Senior AI / ML Strategist – R&D Innovation

Location : Cambridge, MA (Hybrid)

Do you thrive at the intersection of machine learning and real-world impact? A global leader in scientific and medical innovation is seeking a Senior Machine Learning Strategist to help shape and implement AI solutions across its research and development ecosystem.

This position is ideal for someone passionate about applying advanced analytics to challenging problems in healthcare and life sciences. You'll be part of a specialized group focused on driving AI strategy, building internal capabilities, and supporting scientific and operational domains with high-impact machine learning tools.

About the Role

Join a collaborative and dynamic team of technologists, scientists, and innovators applying AI to accelerate the development of next-generation therapies. You'll guide the use of machine learning to optimize processes, uncover insights, and enable smarter decisions across the R&D pipeline—from early discovery to late-stage development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the identification, design, and delivery of machine learning solutions that address high-value challenges across R&D and scientific operations.
• Collaborate closely with research scientists, data engineers, and business stakeholders to translate scientific and operational needs into actionable ML projects.
• Evaluate and implement cutting-edge ML techniques (including deep learning, NLP, computer vision, and time series analysis) to advance modeling capabilities.
• Play an active role in technical mentorship and knowledge sharing, supporting the growth of AI capabilities across the organization.
• Establish strong internal relationships and contribute to cross-functional working groups, partnerships, and thought leadership efforts.
• Stay informed on emerging ML trends, evaluating their relevance to current and future strategies.
• Contribute to developing and maintaining ethical, transparent AI practices in collaboration with governance and compliance teams.
• Support external collaborations and represent the organization at industry events or forums.

What You'll Bring

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