Head of Biotherapeutics Data and Modeling Applications

Role: Head of Biotherapeutics Data and Modeling Applications (Director) overseeing data, digital, and modeling strategies to support biotherapeutic development and manufacturing. Responsibilities: lead and expand data engineering and modeling teams; identify and implement data platforms and analytics tools; develop validated predictive models using mechanistic, statistical, and machine learning approaches; translate models into operational controls to improve process performance; ensure data governance, validation, and regulatory compliance; collaborate with process development, quality, IT, and external partners; monitor industry trends and incorporate innovative technologies; manage budgets, vendor relations, and team mentorship. Qualifications: 10+ years in biotherapeutics, bioprocess development, data science, or modeling, with at least 5 years in leadership; advanced degree in engineering, computational biology, data science, or related fields; proven experience deploying enterprise data platforms and predictive modeling; strong knowledge of regulated environments, data integrity, and model validation; hands-on expertise in cloud technologies, data architecture, and modern modeling tools; excellent communication skills and cross-functional collaboration. High-Value: biologics, bioprocessing, predictive modeling, data platforms, regulated GxP environment, Lexington, MA; full-time leadership role with strategic and operational impact.