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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director, IT R&D - **Company:** Amylyx Pharmaceuticals - **Location:** Cambridge, MA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $206,000.0 - $232,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics Applications, Biometrics, Business Software, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Data Repository, Clinical Trial Management Systems, Software as a Service, Data Integrity, Enterprise Document Management System, Information Technology, Data Management, Wearables, VeevaVault, GXP - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/director-it-rd-and-quality-applications-amylyx-pharmaceuticals-8766943 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Life Sciences, or related field. * 10+ years of Life sciences business applications experience with 5+ years implementing and supporting R&D / Clinical Systems. * Experience with clinical trial systems is required (CTMS, eTMF, eCRO, ePRO). * Experience with clinical data management (EDC, CDB) and Biometric analytical platforms preferred. * Deep expertise in Veeva Vault R&D Suite (Clinical, RIM, Quality, Safety) * Expertise in integrating complex clinical data sources including ePRO, wearables, and medical devices. * Strong knowledge of GxP regulations, CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM) and Computer System Assurance frameworks. * Experience managing cross-functional teams and SaaS-based vendors * Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. ## Description * Serve as the lead IT partner across Clinical Operations, Data Management, Biometrics. * Oversee systems supporting regulatory submissions, pharmacovigilance, and quality management. * Support complex clinical trials involving decentralized models, subject diaries, and connected devices. * Lead implementation and support of R&D systems including Clinical Trial management solutions including CTMS, EDC, eTMF, ePRO/eCOA, IRT, and consolidated clinical analytics solutions. * Spearhead use & enablement of AI solutions within R&D, Clinical & Quality systems. * Develop integration strategy across clinical data ecosystems including the Veeva Vault R&D Suite and analytics environments. * Ensure compliance with GxP regulations including ICH E6(R3), 21 CFR Part 11, and data integrity (ALCOA+). * Lead technology solutioning including vendor selection, RFP processes, and vendor relationship management. * Manage system roadmap, budgeting, and portfolio prioritization., * At Amylyx, we proudly support remote work opportunities within the United States. However, due to business considerations related to health insurance coverage and state tax regulations, we are unable to hire employees who reside and/or work in certain states. Currently, we are not considering applicants from Alaska, Arizona, Hawaii, Michigan and Tennessee. * Preference will be given to candidates who reside in the New England region and can be in person on an as needed basis. * If outside of the New England region, you will be expected to travel to our corporate location in Cambridge, MA several times a year and attend other company-related events as necessary and requested, which may include travel by air, driving or public transportation. * When working remotely, you must have access to a work setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at your remote location. ## Related Videos - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [Biometric Phone Chargers, $40m Domain Names & AI Movies Winning Awards - Peter Kröner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1810-biometric-phone-chargers-40m-domain-names-ai-movies-winning-awards-peter-kroner) - [Android beyond mobile: Cars, TVs, and Wearables](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/553-android-beyond-mobile-cars-tvs-and-wearables) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1209-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou) - [Reality and Beyond: Coding a Drone Using {Unity 3D .NET} and ChatGPT AI!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/702-reality-and-beyond-coding-a-drone-using-unity-3d-net-and-chatgpt-ai) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - What Development and Tattoos Have in Common and more](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1380-wearedevelopers-live-what-development-and-tattoos-have-in-common-and-more) ## Related Articles - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)