Scientific Portfolio Lead – Digital Innovation & Strategy

The Opportunity: A global biopharma company is seeking a strategic and delivery-focused professional to lead its Innovation Unit’s digital portfolio—advancing data-driven initiatives that shape the future of therapeutic discovery. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of science, technology, and strategy. You’ll work cross-functionally to manage a diverse portfolio of IT and digital projects, enabling smarter decision-making and accelerating clinical success. What you'll be doing: Lead the strategic oversight and governance of a dynamic portfolio of digital and IT initiatives within the Innovation UnitAlign scientific use cases with business value, ensuring strategic fit and measurable impactFacilitate portfolio reviews, business case development, and strategic planning across domainsCoordinate budgeting, resource access, and capability deployment to support initiative successCommunicate progress and insights across internal platforms and stakeholder groupsDevelop and refine KPIs to assess portfolio health and impactIdentify strategic gaps and opportunities, driving long-term planning and innovation What you'll bring to the role: PhD in Computer Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related disciplineProven experience in pharmaceutical R&D and cross-functional collaborationBackground in strategic consulting and digital transformationExcellent analytical, organisational, and communication skillsFluent English; intercultural experience highly valuedExtensive experience in matrix leadership and strategic consultingDeep business acumen in pharma R&D environments Why should you apply?Join a forward-thinking team driving innovation at scaleInfluence strategic decisions at the highest levelWork in a collaborative, international environment with flexible working arrangements Interested in learning more? This search is being managed confidentially by Haybury.Please reach out directly for a discreet conversation: [email protected]