Director - Bioinformatics & AI

Director - Bioinformatics & AI

Your Role

In the role of Director, Bioinformatics & AI you will lead a team focused on the method development and application of computational approaches for addressing scientific questions in pre-clinical research and translational medicine; focusing on genetics, omics, imaging, biomedical literature, and RWD data modalities. As a member of the biomedical Data Science Leadership Team, you will help shape the direction of the global data science team and its role within the broader CSL R&D ecosystem.

Your Responsibilities

Reporting to the Senior Director, Global Head of Data Science you will:

• Be accountable for activities focused on development and application of computational methods for enabling research biology and translational medicine activities
• Support and implement a robust and inclusive recruitment and talent development strategy to attract talent, and provide scientific and career development mentorship
• Work across Global Research organisation with therapeutic area leads, project managers and scientific coordinators to enable seamless and impactful integration of computational scientists across the project portfolio landscape
• Drive partnerships between your team and Data Management and Engineering and Biostatistics teams.
• Work to develop overall competency of direct reports and data literacy amongst scientists at CSL, encouraging learning and development opportunities
• Maintain and build CSL’s research profile within industry contacts and networks
• Ensure your team is globally visible across CSL, including publication in high-impact scientific journals and participation in international conferences
• Actively foster an inclusive, ethical, and diverse team culture

Your Experience

• A PhD and 8+ years of experience in a relevant scientific discipline and drug development
• Recognition as a world-leading scientist in your area of work, excellent publication record and participation in international meetings and conferences. Membership of relevant scientific bodies.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, and a track record of developing early & mid-career scientists
• Experience of working in an interdisciplinary research environment and a track record of partnering and building successful relationships within and between organisations/institutes
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience in managing large and complex projects and teams, involving multiple stakeholders and achieving results in a timely and resource efficient manner

To apply, submit your CV no later than Monday 13th January 2025.

Our Benefits

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About CSL

CSL is a leading global biotechnology company with a dynamic portfolio of life-saving medicines, including those that treat haemophilia and immune deficiencies, as well as vaccines to prevent influenza. Since our start in 1916, we have been driven by our promise to save lives through innovation. Learn more about CSL.

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