Director, PV Innovation

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking a Director to join our PV Innovation team. The Director, PV Innovation is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and governance of AI capabilities that deliver measurable operational value and align to broader pharmacovigilance (PV) technology strategy. They are the primary point of contact for translating PV business needs into scalable digital solutions, while ensuring responsible, compliant, and secure adoption of AI technologies.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

Work Location: Uxbridge, UK
Hybrid/onsite
25% Travel may be required

Discover Your Role:

• Define and communicate the AI function vision, strategy and governance structure in alignment with business goals.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI across PV processes to improve efficiency, insights, and scalability.
• Support the definition and execution of the GPS digital innovation strategy, providing AI expertise and technical input to the Executive Director, PV Innovation, GPS.
• Translate PV business requirements into scalable AI-enabled solutions and digital capabilities.
• Establish and maintain architecture, data, security, and Responsible AI standards and guardrails for PV AI initiatives.
• Oversee the implementation and scaling of AI solutions across GPS, ensuring solutions are fit-for-purpose and deliver measurable value.
• Ensure AI-enabled solutions comply with GxP, validation, data integrity, privacy, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with key technology teams (e.g., GD IT, Cloud, Dev Ops, AI & Digital, Compliance) to ensure technology alignment, platform integration, and scalable deployment.
• Provide operational insights and emerging technology opportunities to inform the broader PV digital innovation roadmap.
• Build, coach, and scale a high-performing team, and drive succession planning and talent pipelines.

This Role Requires:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree with 12+ years (Or MS with 10+) of experience in pharmacovigilance, safety systems, digital innovation, data science, or AI-enabled technology within the life sciences industry.
• Proven hands on AI expertise can be considered as a substitute for total years of required experience.
• Demonstrated experience working at the intersection of safety operations and technology.
• Strong knowledge of AI and advanced analytic applications within regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of pharmacovigilance processes and safety systems (e.g., safety databases, signal detection tools, reporting platforms).
• Knowledge of AI governance, Responsible AI frameworks, and data security standards.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives across Safety, IT, and digital teams.

We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits.

Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centres, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits.

For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit Regeneron Total Rewards. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.