DIRECTOR, ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS & AI ENABLEMENT

ABOUT US:

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

POSITION TITLE: Director, Enterprise Systems & AI Enablement

POSITION SUMMARY:

As the Director of Enterprise Systems & AI Enablement, you will serve as the primary liaison between the administrative departments and technical IT teams. In this role, you serve as the product owner, evaluating new systems and supporting existing enterprise applications across Scripps Research, while taking an active, hands-on approach to training and drive adoption of agentic AI tools to streamline processes and drive operational efficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Lead and manage the Enterprise application support team responsible for providing day-to-day support of the systems
• Work closely with the Enterprise engineering team to provide development requirements and testing support
• Provide advanced troubleshooting skills to resolve technical issues
• Play an active role in prototyping and developing AI agents to automate processes
• Train other administrative super users to develop and deploy AI agents
• Work closely with IT Infrastructure team to create an institutional framework for deployment and usage of AI agents
• Provide thought leadership within and across other departments on technologies and best practices
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems management, engineering or similar technical discipline or the equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Master's degree in computer science or similar discipline or MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of experience with managing complex systems and workflows
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with database technologies including SQL, noSQL, data warehouses
• Experience in scripting in python or similar languages
• Experience with leverage AI tools to create agents/bots for automation
• Excellent Project Management skills to monitor and manage the progress of multiple, simultaneous projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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  While subject to change based on business needs, this is an on-campus position requiring a minimum of 4 days per week working onsite from our La Jolla campus, with flexibility to work 1 day per week remotely from home.

  
  

COMPENSATION:

The expected hiring range for this position is $181,000 to $205,000/annually, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan - Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.

EEO Statement:

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.