Senior Director, Agentic AI and Clinical Trial Platforms

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Director, Agentic AI and Clinical Trial Platforms based in the United States.

• Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams of AI engineers, software quality assurance professionals, and imaging technology specialists responsible for building and improving AI models.
• Develop, refine, and oversee AI models supporting DICOM, video, photo, PDF, and other media redaction, segmentation, interpretation, and processing applications.
• Establish effective processes for AI model development, validation, testing, deployment, and ongoing improvement.
• Create and maintain user acceptance testing (UAT) documentation and support rigorous evaluation of AI model performance.
• Assist with deploying AI models into client and organizational technology environments, ensuring solutions are reliable and fit for purpose.
• Own the ongoing maintenance, enhancement, and evolution of the AI platform.
• Collaborate with engineering teams across the organization to expand adoption of the AI platform and provide training and technical guidance.
• Serve as the primary Image AI subject matter expert for internal stakeholders and clients, providing expertise on technology, applications, and emerging capabilities.
• Represent the organization at Image AI, clinical technology, and related conferences, industry events, and professional forums.
• Research emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities that could lead to new inventions, product offerings, operational efficiencies, or competitive advantages.
• Establish and uphold departmental standards while ensuring adherence to applicable standard operating procedures, quality requirements, and organizational policies.
• Work closely with internal teams to troubleshoot issues, resolve challenges, and identify opportunities to improve processes and create additional value.
• Promote knowledge sharing, collaboration, and a team-oriented culture while supporting colleagues in achieving shared objectives.
• Maintain current technical and industry knowledge through relevant training, professional development, conferences, and other learning opportunities.
• Take on additional responsibilities and projects as needed to support organizational and departmental priorities.

• Master’s degree or higher in a STEM discipline or a closely related technical field.
• More than 2 years of demonstrable professional experience working in Image AI or a closely related field.
• Strong technical understanding of AI model development and applications involving medical images and other complex media formats.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary technical teams and translate strategic objectives into clear priorities, deliverables, and outcomes.
• Strong motivational and people-leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to build collaborative, high-performing teams.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical teams, leadership, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple technical initiatives and priorities effectively.
• Goal-oriented approach with strong accountability, problem-solving ability, and sound professional judgment.
• Positive and professional attitude, with the ability to remain adaptable in a changing technology and clinical research environment.
• Ability to establish and enforce technical and departmental standards while following established SOPs and quality processes.
• Willingness to maintain and expand knowledge of AI, imaging technology, clinical trial technology, and related industry developments.
• Comfortable working extensively at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to travel occasionally, with expected travel of approximately 0–10%.
• Ability to perform work involving minimal physical demands, including occasional lifting of up to approximately 10 lbs.

• Remote work opportunity in the United States.
• Full-time position with the opportunity to lead high-impact AI initiatives within the clinical research and life sciences sector.
• Opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams spanning AI engineering, software quality, imaging, and technology.
• Exposure to cutting-edge AI applications involving medical imaging and clinical trial data.
• Opportunities to represent the organization at industry conferences and professional events.
• Professional development and company-sponsored training opportunities.
• Opportunity to contribute to new AI-driven products, innovations, and operational efficiencies.
• Collaborative environment focused on scientific, technological, and clinical innovation.
• Additional employment benefits.