Associate Director/Director, Strategy & Operations – AI Initiatives

Role Summary

The Associate Director/Director, Strategy & Operations — AI Initiatives will play a critical role in the delivery and adoption of AI-enabled solutions that accelerate how BridgeBio works across R&D, G&A, and Commercial. This high-impact role will scope high-ROI use cases, run rapid prototypes through to scaled deployment, and establish right-sized implementation and governance structures. You will partner cross-functionally to remove bottlenecks, stand up practical copilots and analytics, measure outcomes (cycle-time, quality, cost, compliance), and drive change management so AI becomes a durable advantage for BridgeBio and the patients we serve. The role will report to the Chief of Staff to the CEO with dotted line reporting to the Chief People Officer.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning and Execution
  • Work with the CEO, Chief of Staff, Chief People Officer, and BridgeBio AI Taskforce to set the company‚Äôs strategic vision on AI and identify the highest-impact projects to the business
  • Define and run lightweight operating mechanisms (intake/triage, sprint cadences, stage gates, risk reviews, release and enablement plans)
• Program Delivery and Cross-functional Partnership
  • Lead end-to-end delivery of high-priority, select AI initiatives: problem framing, rapid prototyping/POC, validation, pilot, and scaled deployment with clear acceptance and success criteria. Collaborate with IT, People Team, and Functional stakeholders
  • Remove blockers, manage RAID (risks, assumptions, issues, dependencies), and ensure initiatives land with durable ownership and support
• Stakeholder Communication
  • Develop and deliver executive-level materials that synthesize technical and business content into clear, concise, and actionable narratives for leadership, the Board of Directors, and cross-functional teams
  • Translate between scientific, clinical, technical, and business stakeholders to drive alignment and decisions; regularly report impact metrics and use feedback loops to surface and communicate lessons learned
  • Create playbooks, enablement assets, and job aids that support adoption and change management across functions
  • Be an AI evangelist, inspiring and empowering teams across the company to embrace AI as a core enabler of growth and innovation
• External Landscape Mapping and Vendor Strategy
  • Maintain a comprehensive view of the AI landscape. Follow thought leaders, blogs, and progress from leading companies in the space
  • Identify peer companies that are on the leading edge of AI innovation and integrate best practices
  • Evaluate platforms and vendors; negotiate scope, timelines, and pricing; align with enterprise architecture and data governance. Make Buy vs. Build recommendations

Qualifications

• Bachelor‚Äôs degree in the Life Sciences or Computer Science
• A higher degree or equivalent, such as an M.S., M.B.A., M.D., Ph.D., or related, is preferred
• 3‚Äì5+ years of professional experience across strategy & operations, product operations, transformation initiatives, or consulting
• Biopharma industry experience is helpful but is not required
• Proven track record delivering AI/ML or GenAI initiatives from POC to scaled adoption with real business impact
• Deep passion for AI and how it can be applied across the work of a biopharma company to expedite the development of meaningful medicines
• Knowledge of technical developments and industry trends, with a broad network across the biotech and/or tech industries
• Ability to translate between scientific, technical, and business audiences
• Passion for helping patients and accelerating the development of life-changing medicines

Skills

• Strategic planning and execution
• Program management and cross-functional leadership
• Stakeholder communication and storytelling
• Vendor evaluation and contract negotiation
• Change management and adoption facilitation
• AI/ML/GenAI familiarity and practical application in pharma

Education

• As listed in Qualifications; advanced degree preferred

Additional Requirements

• This is a fully in-person role with in-office collaboration in San Francisco or Palo Alto; some travel to conferences and vendors required