IT Business Partner - R&D

10+ years in various R&D IT roles. Strong knowledge of R&D applications (e.g., Veeva, SAS, ArisGlobal). Experience with enterprise application and SaaS implementations, upgrades, enhancements, and operational support. Experience assessing and revamping a CSV program. Strong understanding of data governance, analytics, and visualization tools. Proven ability to lead complex system integrations and enterprise-wide technology initiatives. Exceptional strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and change leadership skills. Ability to translate business needs into scalable digital solutions. Strong communication and storytelling skills. Demonstrated ability to foster innovation and drive continuous improvement. Very strong communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills. Program/project management, demand management, resource management, and system life cycle expertise. Ability to work hands-on in operational support and troubleshooting. Experience managing application roadmaps and budgets. Prior people management or team leadership experience.

Partner with R&D business stakeholders to manage and prioritize the technology portfolio and build the future roadmap. Build strong partnerships with key stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor. Engage with senior leaders to present strategies and align on technology initiatives. Oversee a diverse portfolio of projects, programs, and system enhancements. Identify and propose innovative technologies, solutions, and process improvements. Enhance internal processes for demand management, resource management, project delivery, and operational support. Manage relationships with strategic software vendors and external service partners. Ensure R&D platforms and systems comply with data privacy, security, and regulatory requirements. Lead initiatives to adopt AI and automation technologies. Guide the implementation and continuous improvement of core R&D systems. Drive change management for new technologies and digital capabilities. Evaluate emerging technologies and vendor offerings. Serve as a strategic advisor on digital trends and transformation opportunities. Lead and develop a team of IT professionals and contractors. Partner with Quality to maintain GxP compliance for R&D applications.