Head Of R&d It

Alcon

Base: $219,000.00 - $365,000.00 annually; bonus/eq...
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12+ years in technology leadership roles
R&d/medtech/pharma experience preferred
Ai/genai and data platforms expertise
Alcon is seeking a Senior Director for Business Technology Partner (R&D) to lead the digital and IT strategy for their R&D department. This role focuses on driving innovation and efficiency in the R&D lifecycle while ensuring compliance and governance

Job Summary

  • This senior leader is accountable for shaping the R&D Digital and Information Technology strategy to enable a full-spectrum innovation model across MedTech and Pharma.
  • The role requires driving scalable R&D platforms and workflows that reduce reliance on costly physical prototyping while accelerating iteration cycles through generative design and modeling.
  • Candidates must ensure strict compliance across regulated R&D contexts including data integrity, validation, security, privacy, and audit readiness.

Matching Summary

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Alcon is seeking a Senior Director for Business Technology Partner (R&D) to lead the digital and IT strategy for their R&D department. This role focuses on driving innovation and efficiency in the R&D lifecycle while ensuring compliance and governance.

Salary

Base: $219,000.00 - $365,000.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Short-term and long-term incentives included; Benefits: Life/disability insurance, retirement savings, health/well-being support

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12+ years in technology leadership roles
  • R&D/MedTech/Pharma experience preferred
  • AI/GenAI and data platforms expertise
  • Regulated environment compliance knowledge
  • Cross-functional team and vendor management

Nice-to-have

  • Calculated risk-taking culture
  • Fast evidence-based decision making
  • Next-gen skills development mindset
  • Innovation acceleration focus
  • Strategic business partnering ability

Key Requirements

  • 12+ years in technology leadership roles
  • Proven track record in digital transformation
  • Deep understanding of risk/compliance requirements
  • Experience with AI/GenAI and data platforms
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams

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