Director of Information Technology

Thisis not a "heads-down" role—it's a leadership position that seeks strategic vision, team oversight, and active engagement in execution. The IT department isundergoing transformation. This is a unique opportunity where you’llbe responsible for restructuring,mentoring, and rebuilding a high-performing IT organization that can supportour mission-critical clinical systems and digital  reshaping initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse internal IT team across five core functions, maintaining visibility into each at a strategic (2,000-ft) level
• Evaluate and restructure the current IT org chart — identify gaps, reassign roles, and optimize FTEs vs. contractors
• Build strong partnerships with clinical and operational teams to ensure IT supports user needs
• Guide the migration of systems and databases (Oracle, .NET, Git, etc.) to the cloud and recommend optimal platforms (e.g., evaluating Aurora vs. Oracle)
• Oversee the development and validation of programs using technologies such as C#, .NET, Oracle, MedidataRave, and SQL for data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL).
• Direct the creation of high-quality graphical reports and dashboards using BusinessIntelligence tools, providing actionable insights for clinical trial progress and outcomes.
• Direct application development for both internal and external stakeholders, includingClinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS), IWRS/IVRS platforms, and reporting systems (Power BI, RAVE)
• Support CFR Part 11/GxP-compliant systems, focusing on documentation, validation, and specifications
• Collaborate on digital transformation and modernization of legacy systems — including redeployment of government-developed tools into commercial use
• Ensure proper IT participation in every new client setup, including Medidata and internal systems integration
• Quantify, document, and communicate IT’s alignment with business goals
• Participate in strategic planning, budgeting, and vendor oversight to ensure ROI and performance from external providers

Qualifications

• BS degree
• 10+ years of progressive IT experience, with at least 3 years in a Director or equivalent leadership role
• Proven success managing cross-functional IT teams (development, infrastructure, validation, etc.)
• Experience in biotech, life sciences, clinical research, healthcare, or regulated environments
• In-depth understanding of clinical trial phases, data flow, and regulatory requirements (e.g., CDISC standards, 21 CFR Part 11).
• Strategic thinker with operational execution skills — able to go from 50,000 feet to ground level as needed
• Track record of change management, team restructuring, and mentoring talent
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Background in hybrid IT environments, ideally across government and commercial projects