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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate Director, Nonclinical Writing AI Innovation - **Company:** Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - **Location:** Norwood, MA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $70,000.0 - $120,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Architecture, Data Validation, Data Integrity, Data Systems, Knowledge Management, AI Platforms, Low-code, GXP, Data Generation - **Published:** September 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us322509ed2ab161c3fcbf5dbcb3f60ad4/eaa ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field required; Master's or PhD preferred. * Approximately 5-10 years of progressive experience in AI, digital transformation, technology enablement, computational life sciences, nonclinical regulatory writing, contract research organization (CRO), or related R&D environments. * Demonstrated expertise in authoring a wide range of regulatory documents (eg, nonclinical study protocols and reports, IBs, regulatory submissions). * Demonstrated experience translating scientific or business needs into scalable AI-enabled solutions, including use case prioritization, implementation, adoption, and value measurement. * Hands-on fluency with leading AI and LLM platforms, automation capabilities, agentic AI concepts, low-code prototyping, and responsible human-in-the-loop deployment models. * Strong understanding of life sciences, R&D, nonclinical electronic data systems, program management solutions, regulatory documentation workflows, and regulated or IP-sensitive operating environments. * Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives without direct authority and communicate effectively with technical, scientific, operational, and senior leadership audiences. * Preferred experience with enterprise AI tools, data architecture or cloud platforms, AI governance frameworks, vendor management, consulting, or change management programs. * Knowledge and understanding of global health authority requirements preferred, including but not limited to, CDER/CBER, OECD, ICH guidelines, and eCTD submission requirements, and Standard for Exchange of Nonclinical Data (SEND). ## Description The Associate Director, Nonclinical Writing AI Innovation, will lead the strategy and adoption of AI-enabled capabilities across nonclinical workflows. This high-visibility role will translate organizational priorities into scalable digital solutions that improve productivity and efficiencies, while maintaining data integrity, and life-cycle management from data generation through regulatory documentation. The position will include, but not limited to, AI tool automation, authoring regulatory dossiers, reporting, data integrity, record retention, and Training / SOP Management. The role partners cross-functionally with scientific, technology, quality, regulatory, and business stakeholders to identify high-value use cases, operationalize AI tools, and build responsible, sustainable AI practices. Hybrid role based in Cambridge, MA, with onsite presence aligned to team and business needs. Responsibilities * Lead intake, prioritization, and ROI tracking for AI use cases that improve productivity and operational efficiencies. * Partner with scientific, regulatory, quality, IT, InfoSec, legal, procurement, and business teams to pilot, deploy, and scale AI-enabled solutions. * Accountable for nonclinical writing deliverables across many programs to improve data verification, quality, and authoring regulatory documents using AI tools. * Define and execute an AI strategy and roadmap aligned with Early Development, Nonclinical Writing, and organizational innovation priorities. * Champion adoption of AI, automation, and digital enablement approaches across workflows, including governance, quality control, reporting, regulatory dossiers, training, and knowledge management. * Evaluate emerging technologies, enterprise AI platforms, and vendor solutions to support responsible, secure, and fit-for-purpose implementation. * Establish best practices to increase productivity, data quality, reproducibility, responsible AI use, and compliance with applicable regulatory and GXP expectations. * Build AI capability through training, coaching, change-champion networks, and executive-ready communications that support sustainable adoption. ## Related Videos - [Reimagining app development with Low-code and AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1651-reimagining-app-development-with-low-code-and-ai) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [AI in High-Stakes Industries: Lessons Learned](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100253-ai-in-high-stakes-industries-lessons-learned) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1209-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou) - [The Data Mesh as the end of the Datalake as we know it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/156-the-data-mesh-as-the-end-of-the-datalake-as-we-know-it) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [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) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [MLOps And AI Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/82-mlops-and-ai-driven-development) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [How to start an AI project for a good cause and boost your career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/15-how-to-start-an-ai-project-for-a-good-cause-and-boost-your-career)