Senior IT Manager – Science & Innovation (R&D)

We are seeking a strategic Senior IT Manager for Science & Innovation (R&D) to lead the digital capabilities and technology roadmap that enable our labs, R&D teams, and innovation programs worldwide.

This role exists to accelerate innovation — improving speed-to-insight, enhancing data integrity, modernising scientific platforms, and unlocking new capability through technology.

This is a business partnering and roadmap-shaping role, not simply programme delivery.

What you will lead

• Create and execute the technology roadmap for LIMS, ELN, PLM, Knowledge Management and digital lab systems
• Partner with scientific leadership to align technology with innovation targets and business outcomes
• Drive lab digital transformation and scientific data enablement
• Lead internal teams and external partners to deliver scalable, future-ready solutions
• Ensure operational stability, compliance, security, and GxP-appropriate controls
• Influence investment decisions and prioritisation of innovation-enabling technologies
• Scan and evaluate emerging tech — AI/ML, automation, scientific analytics

What you’ll bring

• 10 years of IT leadership experience supporting R&D/scientific environments
• Deep expertise with LIMS, ELN, PLM and scientific data systems
• Experience in regulated/global scientific organisations
• Ability to influence and partner with scientific, R&D and senior business leaders
• Strategic, forward-thinking mindset with a passion for innovation
• Leadership experience across internal teams and vendor ecosystems

Why this role matters

You will shape the digital foundation that drives faster innovation, greater data integrity, and stronger competitive advantage in the science pipeline.

📍 Atlanta-based

⚙ Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office

If you're energised by shaping the future of science & R&D technology — not just delivering projects — this is a rare opportunity to lead global impact.