Senior Director AI Strategy & Operations

The Senior Director, AI Strategy & Operations serves as the senior strategic and operational partner to the SVP, Chief AI Officer (CAIO). This leader enables enterprise-wide AI strategy execution, ensures cross-functional alignment, and drives operational excellence across the AI organization. Operating with broad latitude and minimal direction, the role provides cross-functional influence and is expected to expand into formal people leadership as the AI organization scales.   A typical day in this role might look like: Support the CAIO in shaping and operationalizing Regeneron’s enterprise-wide AI strategy and associated strategic priorities. Partner across business, scientific, and technology functions to ensure alignment, integration, and execution of AI initiatives. Contributes to establishing and maturing the central AI and Data Governance model. Assess opportunities, risks, and dependencies that influence enterprise decision making. Develop frameworks, standards, and operating models for AI programs, platforms, and investments. Support execution of the CAIO’s strategic and operational agenda. Maintain oversight of the enterprise AI portfolio and roadmap. Partner with the CAIO on multi-year planning, prioritization, and enterprise portfolio oversight; final budget authority resides with the CAIO. Monitor metrics and prepare executive-level materials to support decision-making. Coordinate preparation for executive meetings, steering committees, and board forums Represent the CAIO in senior leadership discussions and key internal decision-making forums. Build trusted relationships across scientific, technical, and business domains to ensure alignment and execution Support vendor evaluation, negotiation, and relationship management. Contribute to budget planning and stewardship for AI initiatives.   This role might be for you if: BS/BA required in a relevant discipline Advanced degree preferred (MS/MBA) 15+ years of progressive experience in enterprise strategy, technology strategy, or digital/AI transformation IT strategy background required; AI/ML familiarity preferred. Experience in biotech, pharma, life sciences, or adjacent industries is a plus Demonstrated ability to operate with minimal direction and influence senior leaders. Experience navigating complex, matrixed environments within technology, science, or business domains. Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location.  In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/.  For other countries’ specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter. Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together.  For that reason, many of Regeneron’s roles are required to be performed on-site.  Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regeneron’s on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location.   Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business. For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions.  For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location. Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process.  Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc. Salary Range (annually) $216,100.00 - $360,200.00