Director, AI Governance & Policy

Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Hybrid-eligible with remote work permitted up to two days per week, or on-site five days per week with ad hoc flexibility.

Salary: $184,000–$276,000 annually, plus eligibility for an annual bonus and annual equity awards.

Company

Vertex is a global biotechnology company focused on scientific innovation and improving patient outcomes.

What you will do

• Define and execute the enterprise AI Governance strategy and Responsible AI framework.
• Lead AI intake, review, approval, monitoring, lifecycle management, and risk management processes.
• Own the roadmap and operation of the AI Governance platform, including inventories, policy management, risk assessments, workflow automation, monitoring, reporting, and compliance evidence.
• Establish governance approaches for generative AI, AI agents, knowledge graphs, and retrieval-augmented generation solutions.
• Lead the AI Policy Council and AI Review process while advising senior leaders and aligning cross-functional stakeholders.
• Promote AI literacy and Responsible AI adoption through training, communications, and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

• Deep expertise in AI governance, Responsible AI, risk management, and enterprise governance frameworks.
• Strong understanding of generative AI, large language models, AI agents, machine learning, knowledge graphs, and RAG architectures.
• Knowledge of FDA, EMA, EU AI Act, HIPAA, GDPR, and GxP requirements, as well as data governance, privacy, security, and technology controls.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 10+ years of experience in technology, governance, risk, compliance, data management, AI, or related disciplines.
• 5+ years of experience leading enterprise governance, risk management, compliance, AI governance, or technology platform programs.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiatives in a matrixed environment.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree such as an MBA, Master’s, or JD.
• Experience in biopharmaceutical, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries.
• Experience managing governance, risk, compliance, workflow, or policy management platforms.
• Certifications such as AIGP, CIPP, CRISC, CISM, or ISO 42001.

Culture & Benefits

• Continuous learning and support for staying current with AI, technology, automation, and industry trends.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, and seasonal company shutdowns.
• Educational assistance programs, including student loan repayment.
• Commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, and 401(k) benefits.
• Flexible hybrid or on-site work arrangements under the Flex @ Vertex program.