Director, Scientific Technology & Laboratory Systems

Role: The Director, Scientific Technology & Laboratory Systems leads Sarepta's scientific technology platforms and laboratory operations, overseeing a team of approximately 20 professionals. Objectives include developing and executing multi-year strategies for laboratory informatics, instrument management, and automation to support R&D, QA, and manufacturing. Responsibilities encompass building scalable processes, managing vendor relationships, and advancing digital laboratory capabilities aligned with business needs, regulatory standards, and industry trends. The role involves strategic planning, lifecycle management, risk mitigation, and fostering cross-functional partnerships across research, quality, and manufacturing functions. Requirements: Bachelor's in IT, Engineering, or Life Sciences; 12+ years in scientific informatics, laboratory systems, or related tech, with leadership experience in regulated life sciences environments. Preferred skills include knowledge of laboratory ecosystems like LIMS, ELN, and familiarity with LabVantage, plus experience managing vendor contracts, budgets, and technology roadmaps. High-value specifics: emphasis on laboratory informatics, automation, AI, platform lifecycle, GxP compliance, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement within a hybrid work setup in the U.S.