Emerald Clinical
Emerald Clinical
501 – 1,000 Employees
ConsultingHealthcareLogistics
Emerald Clinical is a global clinical research organization (CRO) founded in the Asia-Pacific region. For around 25 years, it has supported biopharmaceutical, medical device, and diagnostic companies with end-to-end clinical trial services. Its 800+ team works across more than 40 locations and manages studies from early development through registration and post-marketing, including clinical operations, project management, and trial staffing. The company’s work combines scientific expertise and operational support to help advance drug and device development.

Director of AI Transformation - Singapore (Hybrid)

Lead Emerald Clinical Trials’ enterprise AI and Generative AI transformation agenda. Shape strategy, governance, adoption, and measurable business value across the organization.

Description

  • Own Emerald Clinical’s enterprise AI and Generative AI strategy, roadmap, and execution
  • Assess and rank AI opportunities across business functions
  • Guide AI initiatives from initial concept through implementation, adoption, governance, and value delivery
  • Work with executive stakeholders to connect AI solutions to organizational priorities
  • Create governance frameworks covering AI risk, security, privacy, and ethical use
  • Direct AI architecture decisions, platform evaluation, integration models, and technical standards
  • Work with Quality, Compliance, Security, and Legal teams to address regulatory and GxP obligations
  • Lead organizational change efforts that support effective AI adoption
  • Strengthen internal AI expertise through knowledge sharing and capability-building programs
  • Select and oversee AI vendors, strategic partners, and external technology providers
  • Track new AI technologies, market developments, and relevant industry practices
  • Define KPIs and outcome measures for AI investments
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams spanning business leaders, technical experts, and external partners
  • Champion innovation, ongoing improvement, and responsible AI implementation
  • Report strategy progress, recommendations, and delivery results to senior leadership

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, business, or a related field
  • Extensive leadership experience in digital transformation, enterprise technology, or AI initiatives
  • Proven ability to create and deliver organizational AI and Generative AI strategies
  • Strong knowledge of large language models, machine learning, AI agents, automation platforms, and intelligent workflows
  • Experience with cloud AI platforms, ideally in the Microsoft Azure ecosystem
  • Skill in turning complex technical ideas into practical business solutions and outcomes
  • Background leading enterprise change programs and technology adoption across varied stakeholder groups
  • Understanding of AI governance, security, privacy, compliance, and risk management
  • Experience in regulated sectors such as healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or clinical research organizations is highly desirable
  • Outstanding stakeholder communication and influencing abilities, including executive-level engagement
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver complex, high-profile projects
  • Commercial judgment to assess investment opportunities and quantify business value
  • Experience overseeing third-party vendors, consulting firms, and technology suppliers
  • Strategic perspective paired with a practical, delivery-focused approach

Benefits

  • Compensation and benefits are aligned with skills and experience
  • Remote or hybrid work options may be available according to location and business needs
  • Learning resources, leadership development, and international career opportunities
  • Wellbeing programs focused on work-life balance, health, and engagement
  • Opportunities to work with international teams and stakeholders
  • Collaborative culture that values innovation, expertise, and continuous improvement
  • Opportunity to help shape Emerald Clinical’s AI direction and technology-enabled clinical research
  • Inclusive workplace committed to equal opportunity

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