San Carlos, United States of America
15 hours ago
Associate Director, AI Enablement

BeiGene continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer.

General Descripion:

The Advanced Analytics team at BeiGene is seeking an Associate Director, AI Enablement, to drive the integration and enablement of AI-driven platforms, with experience leveraging Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) models and agentic AI approaches to synthesize vast datasets and generate actionable insights. This role is pivotal in enhancing data-driven decision-making across Commercial, Medical, and cross-functional teams in the US, EU, and Canada, ultimately supporting patient outcomes and business growth.

As a strategic thought partner, you will translate complex data into clear, actionable insights, enabling BeiGene to optimize business performance, improve patient engagement, and accelerate innovation in the oncology space.

Our dynamic and collaborative team consists of data scientists, AI specialists, and analytics experts, all working to drive a culture of AI-driven insights and decision intelligence. We believe in fast iteration, open feedback, and constructive debate, ensuring we deliver high-impact solutions efficiently.

Join us in shaping the future of AI-driven insights at BeiGene and making a tangible impact on global healthcare.

Essential Functions of the job:

Lead the integration and enablement of AI-driven platforms, incorporating RAG models and agentic AI to automate data synthesis and insight generation.Develop and implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines to enable real-time, context-aware insights for decision support.Leverage agentic AI approaches to build autonomous AI agents that continuously optimize data-driven recommendations and adapt to changing business needs.Apply advanced AI techniques (e.g., NLP, deep learning, predictive analytics) to transform structured and unstructured data into business-critical insights.Develop AI-driven decision-support tools to optimize commercial strategy and enhance medical engagement.Collaborate cross-functionally with Commercial, Medical, and other key stakeholders to identify AI-driven opportunities and deploy AI solutions effectively.Evaluate and refine AI models for improved accuracy, efficiency, and business impact in decision-making processes.Design and implement scalable AI-driven analytics frameworks, enabling real-time data interpretation and scenario modeling.Conduct hypothesis-driven exploratory analyses, leveraging deep learning, NLP, and generative AI to uncover actionable insights.Stay at the forefront of AI innovation, continuously evaluating new methodologies, tools, and platforms to enhance BeiGene’s AI capabilities.Present insights and AI-driven recommendations to senior leadership, ensuring strategic alignment and impact.

Education Required:

Master's or PhD in AI, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, or a related field.

Qualifications:

PhD with 8 plus years or a Master's with 10 plus years of experience in AI-driven analytics, machine learning, or data science applications.8 plus years of consulting or commercial pharmaceutical industry experienceHands-on experience with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) models, integrating AI models with enterprise knowledge bases for real-time insight generation.Experience working with vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, FAISS, Weaviate) for efficient similarity search and knowledge retrieval.Deep understanding of agentic AI approaches, developing AI agents that autonomously improve model outputs and adapt to evolving data needs.Expertise in NLP, deep learning, and machine learning for enhancing AI-based insights.Advanced knowledge of ML algorithms (classification, regression, clustering, reinforcement learning, and anomaly detection).Hands-on experience with big data environments (Hadoop, Spark) and AI tools (Snowflake, Databricks, LangChain).Proficiency in Python, SQL, and cloud-based AI services (AWS, Azure, or GCP).Strong grasp of statistical methodologies, including Bayesian inference, A/B testing, and causal inference.

Business Acumen & Leadership:

Ability to translate complex AI insights into clear, strategic recommendations for business leaders.Strong influencing skills, collaborating effectively with Commercial, Medical, and cross-functional teams.Experience leading AI/analytics initiatives that drive measurable business impact.Excellent communication and storytelling skills, making AI-driven insights accessible and actionable for executives.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  

Yes

Travel:

15-20%

BeiGene Global Competencies

When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Collaborative Spirit, Bold Ingenuity and Driving Excellence, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.

Fosters TeamworkProvides and Solicits Honest and Actionable FeedbackSelf-AwarenessActs InclusivelyDemonstrates InitiativeEntrepreneurial MindsetContinuous LearningEmbraces ChangeResults-OrientedAnalytical Thinking/Data AnalysisFinancial ExcellenceCommunicates with Clarity

Salary Range: $148,200.00 - $198,200.00 annually

BeiGene is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation packages are determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location. Packages may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor. The recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for a preferred location during the hiring process.  Please note that the listed range reflects the base salary or hourly range only. Non-Commercial roles are eligible to participate in the annual bonus plan, and Commercial roles are eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan. All Company employees have the opportunity to own shares of BeiGene Ltd. stock because all employees are eligible for discretionary equity awards and to voluntarily participate in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The Company has a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. BeiGene does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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