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Chief Information Officer Jobs in Newtown, PA at Discovery Life Sciences
Title: Chief Information Officer
Company: Discovery Life Sciences
Location: Newtown, PA
About Discovery Life Sciences:Discovery Life Sciences is a global leader in biospecimens and specialty lab services, enabling the discovery and development of groundbreaking therapies and diagnostics. With a robust portfolio of human biospecimens and cellular starting material, preclinical ADME-tox solutions, and cutting-edge specialty lab services, we provide our customers with the tools, data and expertise they need to succeed. From genomics and proteomics to cell biology and molecular pathology, our comprehensive service offerings support every phase of the scientific journey, from research through clinical trials.
Position Summary:Discovery Life Sciences is seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Information Officer (CIO) to join our executive team. As CIO, you will oversee the company’s entire IT strategy, ensuring that all technology systems, infrastructure, and security are aligned with business goals. You will drive innovation and optimize technology investments to enhance operational efficiency and value, while leading a dynamic team of IT professionals. This is a key leadership role that directly impacts the future of the business, including leading digital transformation initiatives to support Discovery’s global growth strategy.
Why Join Us:At Discovery, you will have the opportunity to lead a talented information technology team and make a significant impact on the growth and success of a pioneering company in the biotech and life sciences industry. We offer a collaborative and innovative work environment, competitive compensation, and the chance to work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to improving patient outcomes globally.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategy: Collaborate with the executive team to align technology initiatives with business objectives. Lead the development and execution of Discovery’s technology roadmap, identifying opportunities to innovate and drive business success.
Digital Transformation: Spearhead digital transformation efforts, optimizing technology systems and platforms for scalability, security, and operational efficiency.
Technology Infrastructure: Oversee the development and maintenance of technology systems, ensuring they support Discovery’s data processing, communications, and growth needs.
Cybersecurity & Risk Management: Lead the creation of robust cybersecurity strategies, implementing data governance and risk management practices to safeguard Discovery’s assets.
Vendor & Partner Relationships: Manage technology vendor relationships and select key partners to ensure the best solutions are implemented for the company.
Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of IT professionals, fostering development and accountability. Lead by example to build a high-performing and collaborative team culture.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with business leaders and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution and meet organizational goals.
Must-Have Qualifications (Education, Skills, Experience):
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (required).
Relevant IT certifications (e.g., CISSP, CITM) are a plus.
20+ years of experience managing information systems and technology, with increasing leadership responsibility.
Prior life sciences background and experience with laboratory systems and computer systems validation (CSV) is highly preferred.
Proven success leading digital transformation and innovation in multi-location enviro…