Associate Director RDU IT - XR and Hyperautomation Platforms

The Associate Director XR and Hyperautomation Platforms is a leadership role reporting to the Senior Director RDU IT Solutions & Services. In this dynamic and influential position you will be responsible for setting and overseeing the strategic deployment and delivery of hyper automation Mobile (mHealth) and Digital Health LowCode solutions and automations based on the Microsoft Power Platform Systems (focusing on Virtual Reality (VR) and eXtended Reality (XR) technologies) across various business units and Therapeutic areas. Your role is to lead and oversee the development deployment delivery and management of related technology solutions ensuring they meet market needs business/TA objectives adhere to AZ ethical guidelines and drive better business outcomes. Additionally you will be responsible for ensuring a successful transition from ideation/concept to production and help manage the entire lifecycle. You will engage with leaders at all levels of the global AZ organization to align plans product roadmaps and approaches.

Accountabilities:

Participating in the definition and setting the standards for and delivery of the related product vision strategy roadmap and IT operations for Digital Health technologies (focused on XR/VR) aligning with AZ strategy BU goals and broader Ambition long term goals
Governance (internal teams and related vendors) to ensure approved business cases are delivered within tolerance on time cost and quality working with functional management as required to resolve issues.
Work closely with key partners within Alexions Commercial and Medical teams as well as expert functions to build the Digital Health Strategy for our therapeutic Areas. This entails (but not limited) bringing together subject matter experts recruitment and retention; novel endpoints and clinical outcome assessments; decentralized digital health solution and other digital capabilities to develop deliver and optimize solutions for the product portfolio.
Champion the use of Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps Power Automate Power BI and Power Virtual Agents) across the organization and educate stakeholders about its capabilities as a low code solution to address business needs and automations in an agile selfservice citizen developer business model.
Collaborate with IT Business Partners to evangelize the utilization of low code solutions in various business areas and geographies providing support in developing business cases and ROI analyses and engagement materials.
Build templates use patterns and virtual community of practices that provide a framework to engage share best practices and measure efficiencies generated by lowcode solutions. Ensure LowCode solutions are compliant with all legal compliance and cybersecurity best practices.
Collaborate with AstraZeneca IT teams to ensure best practices roadmaps features and capabilities of the Alexion RDU lowcode ecosystem.
Develop KPIs operational metrics engagement and success criteria for the full lifecycle of lowcode solutions.
Improve our digital health innovation readiness by building and maintaining a library of solutions and practices alongside subject matter experts. Collaborate with AZ teams to prioritize capability development which drives business value and patient outcomes resulting in the development of an industry leading Digital organization.
Evangelize critical initiatives in strategy governance and the adoption of new ways of working by creating communities of practice to help build capabilities. Upskill Alexions teams on digital health solutions changing their mindset on the opportunities for adoption and value generation of digital health technologies.
Ensure effective and transparent risk opportunity and issues management at strategic tactical and operational levels.
Conduct market research and analysis translating market insights into our Digital Health product library.
Management and prioritization of a portfolio of Digital Health use cases according to business needs requirements maturity and resources availability
Analyze and understand the needs within different segments of the pharma value chain identifying opportunities for Digital Health integration.
Procure evaluate and collaborate with external agencies to develop and implement Digital Health products.
Ensure products are compliant with pharmas MLR (Medical Legal Regulatory) process.
Maintain uptodate knowledge and delivery of hyper automation Mobile Health (mHealth) and Digital Health Systems across all platforms focusing on VR and XR technologies and integrate this knowledge into product development.
Liaise between technical teams and nontechnical stakeholders to ensure clear communication and effective project progress.
Contribute to continuous innovation in the use of Digital Health and related technologies within the pharmaceutical industry.

Essential Skills/Experience:

Bachelors degree in computer science IT Business Administration or a related field masters degree is a plus
Minimum of 8 years of experience in product management or IT project delivery with at least 23 years focused on Digital Health initiatives including XR/VR
Proven experience in product management with a focus on low code development and the Microsoft Power Platform.
Strong project management skills with experience in Agile methodologies and crossfunctional team leadership
Proven experience in Digital Health technology development preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
Strong understanding of the MLR process in the pharma sector.
Excellent technical skills including programming and software development related to Digital health technologies.
Strong problemsolving skills and ability to think creatively.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fastpaced dynamic environment.
Leadership skills with a proven track record of influencing change and driving product strategy in a corporate setting.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

Experience in the pharmaceutical industry or a closely related field with an understanding of the regulatory landscape
Demonstrated ability to innovate and foster a culture of continuous improvement within a product management team
Flexibility to undertake travel where required
Experience with GDPR privacy legal and impact on digital initiatives

When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire lifechanging medicines. Inperson working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Joining Alexion means embracing an opportunity where work isnt ordinary. We are a beacon in the global Biopharmaceutical landscape. Our closeness to patients brings us closer to our work and each other. Combined with our brave spirit we are truly unique in R&D and healthcare. At Alexion grow in a business with a rapidly expanding portfolio. Enjoy an entrepreneurial spirit where people build connections to explore new ideas. As an important member of our commercial team youll meet the needs of some of the most underserved patients in the world. You will be empowered with tailored development programs designed not just for skill enhancement but for fostering a deep understanding of our patients journeys. Youre supported by exceptional leaders ready to lift you in marketing compliance and beyond.

If this sounds like a team that you want to be a part of... then wed love to talk.

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