R&D Data, Digital & Technology (DD&T) Portfolio Lead

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Job Description

Position Summary

Are you ready to lead one of the most transformative initiatives in R&D and shape the future of how Research and Pharmaceutical Science data, processes, and knowledge  are harmonized across the value chain? As the Aedifica Fortis (AF) R&D DD&T Portfolio Lead, you will play a pivotal role in delivering one of R&D’s boldest and most consequential programs. This multi-year, enterprise-wide initiative is designed to modernize and revolutionize the way we work—unlocking innovation through seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies, advanced data strategies, and world-class digital infrastructure. Serving as a cornerstone of this transformation, the R&D Data, Digital & Technology (DD&T) function will drive the capabilities needed to power AF’s success.

This role will be accountable for the agile delivery and iterative refinement of R&D DD&T’s contributions to AF, overseeing a dynamic, integrated portfolio of initiatives that span digital solutions, data platforms, and enabling technologies. They will lead portfolio execution through structured, agile frameworks, milestone tracking, and backlog prioritization, while maintaining a clear line of sight to scientific value and enterprise impact.

The Portfolio Lead will operate with a strong owner mindset—proactively surfacing and resolving risks, driving continuous alignment with evolving Research and Pharm Sci priorities, and ensuring delivery excellence. They will bring a strategic lens to the role by shaping and adjusting the R&D DDT Portfolio and associated product roadmaps in response to emerging internal needs, external industry shifts, and digital innovation trends.

The role requires sophisticated matrix leadership, working across Research and Pharmaceutical Sciences teams to ensure delivery is integrated with scientific priorities and end user needs. The Portfolio Lead will coordinate across R&D DD&T leads and engage with partners to ensure seamless delivery. The Portfolio Lead will also represent R&D DD&T in key governance forums and teams, ensuring R&D DD&T’s contributions are visible, aligned, and well-positioned for success.

This role requires technical fluency to proactively identify and mitigate risks, and own the communication strategy across R&D DD&T to ensure consistent messaging to stakeholders. The role also collaborates closely with the change management lead to support adoption and engagement across the organization.

This role offers a great platform for future growth, with opportunities to rotate into other strategic initiatives or leadership roles within the R&D DD&T organization and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end delivery of the R&D DD&T AF Portfolio, ensuring alignment with R&D DDT strategy, Research and PharmSci priorities, and program timelines

• Shape and manage integrated roadmaps, enabling agile prioritization, PI planning, milestone tracking, and cross-functional coordination

• Act as the primary liaison between R&D DD&T Portfolio and AF program leadership, ensuring streamlined communications, proactive risk management, and clear decision pathways

• Partner with Pharm Sci and Research DD&T Portfolio Leads to ensure delivery plans remain responsive to evolving functional needs

• Represent R&D DD&T in AF governance forums, driving transparency, advocacy, and alignment across stakeholders

• Guide continuous improvement by leveraging external benchmarks and delivery best practices to accelerate speed and impact