Senior Director, Product & Technology

THE DANA-FARBER CANCER INSTITUTE (DFCI) is seeking a visionary leader to join our team as the Senior Director of Product and Technology, serving our esteemed research community.

This pivotal role reports directly to the Vice President (VP) of Research Informatics Operations (RIO) and plays a critical role in the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of advanced technology platforms that support our basic research labs, clinical trial informatics, research administration, and scientific computing.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in product leadership, with a robust background in systems architecture and a demonstrated passion for propelling cancer research forward through technological innovation. This role demands proficiency in product management, systems integration, data acquisition, and IT infrastructure. The Senior Director will be responsible for steering the strategic planning and successful deployment of innovative products that are aligned with the operational needs of our researchers and the overarching goals of the Institute.

As a strategic visionary, the Senior Director will manage the introduction of new systems implementations and integrations, specifically tailored to meet the requirements of our research stakeholders. Collaboration is key to success in this role, requiring close partnerships with collaborators functioning at all levels, including senior executives, faculty, research operational leaders, and business domain experts. The Senior Director will also lead and influence the work of other Information Technology (IT) and I&A functional leaders to devise comprehensive solutions that address the complex needs of the DFCI research community.

This role offers a unique opportunity to significantly impact the capability and scalability of our researchers to conduct innovative research and deliver superior patient care. If you are prepared to take a leading role in transforming cancer research and care, we invite you to apply to join our team at DFCI.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Responsibilities

• Partners with VP of RIO to develop a clear product and technology strategy and vision.
• Oversees the product planning process by leading cross-functional teams.
• Leads a large department of directors, associate directors, product managers, developers, and other specialists.
• Determines the strategic value of utilizing sponsored and outsourced staff for specific talent needs.
• Develops and executes strategy for enterprise data stewardship.
• Collaborates regularly with the Senior Director of Architecture and Strategy.
• Ensures the team identifies opportunities for leveraging AI technologies.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design, development, implementation, scalability, and ongoing enhancements of research systems.
• Provides solutions for all oncology-related work and activities.
• Oversees the entire lifecycle of the product portfolio.
• Collaborates closely with RIO Account Services leadership.
• Ensures product management teams follow a standardized framework.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Technical

• Demonstrates knowledge of product management lifecycle and software development fundamentals.
• Proficiency in primary tools and methods used in product management and software development.

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree required, ideally in a STEM field. Advanced degree preferred.

Minimum Experience:

• 15+ years of relevant professional experience, with 10+ in a biomedical or healthcare setting preferred.
• 10 years of experience in product management.
• 10 years of direct people management experience.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong.