Hiring: Associate Director, IT Business Relationship Management - Operations Company: Foundation Medicine Location: Boston, MA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:05:04 Target Skills & Keywords : AWS, Azure, Change Management, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Architecture, GDPR, HIPAA, Portfolio Management, R, Six Sigma, User Experience, Vendor Management About the job Experience: •8+ years of progressive experience in IT, digital, or operations technology roles within regulated industries (e.g., healthcare, life sciences, diagnostics) •4+ years of management experience •10+ years of experience in laboratory diagnostics, biopharma, or healthcare environments with a strong focus on Operations technology Required Skills: •Thought Leadership •Monitor emerging trends in lab technology (LIMS, process automation, sample management) •Benchmark industry best practices across lab diagnostics domains •Advise senior Operations and IT leaders on strategic opportunities, risks, and modernization pathways •Facilitate cross-functional forums to align on Operations technology strategy and innovation priorities •Translate insights into actionable recommendations and investment proposals •Develop multi‑year roadmaps to advance the capabilities of Operations •Align roadmaps with enterprise strategy, regulatory requirements, and architectural standards Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field required; advanced degree (MBA, MS) preferred •Minimum of 8+ years of progressive experience in IT, digital, or operations technology roles within regulated industries (e.g., healthcare, life sciences, diagnostics) •Demonstrated experience with laboratory systems and technologies, including LIMS, process automation platforms, and sample management solutions •Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Information Systems, Engineering, or Life Sciences •Deep expertise in LIMS platforms (e.g., Thermo Fisher SampleManager, LabWare, LabVantage) and modern lab automation ecosystems •Demonstrated success in developing and executing multi-year technology roadmaps aligned to business strategy and regulatory requirements •In-depth knowledge of IT governance, system lifecycle management, and vendor management practices •Operational familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards (e.g., FDA, GxP, HIPAA, GDPR) and their impact on technology platforms and data management •Solid understanding of enterprise architecture principles, data governance, and system integration/interoperability practices •Demonstrated ability to manage technology budgets, prioritize investments, and deliver measurable business value Compensation: •$184,110 - $216,600 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!