Director, Strategy & Operations - Life Sciences AI Products

Director, Strategy & Operations Tempus is seeking a Director, Strategy & Operations to drive product ideation, strategy, and execution for novel multimodal AI products custom developed with Life Sciences partners. This role will be responsible for managing the entire product lifecycle, from developing product concepts, based on scientific hypotheses and customer needs, through development, launch, commercialization, translating and ensuring alignment with partners’ business strategies and objectives. Responsibilities Understand Life Sciences partners’ business needs and scientific hypotheses, and translate these aims into product concepts, refined through iteration with partners. Translate early stage product ideas and proof‑of‑concept results into well‑defined product profiles and clear roadmaps, considering partner needs. Drive clear communication and alignment with partners for all product‑related workstreams. Manage the product lifecycle for Life Sciences custom products from inception and proof‑of‑concept through product development, launch, go‑to‑market, and post‑market evaluation. Collaborate with internal medical, AI, and translational research subject matter experts to determine feasibility, technical approach, and drive execution. Optimize internal processes to improve product lifecycle delivery and time‑to‑market. Collaborate with quality and regulatory subject matter experts to ensure ongoing compliance with Tempus’s regulatory obligations and quality standards. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in product management or strategy at the intersection of healthcare and technology, including responsibility for the vision, strategy, and roadmap of complex products in regulated environments. Proven track record (≥2 years) of managing AI products through the entire lifecycle, from ideation to launch. Extensive experience in customer and/or partner management. Excellent communication skills with a demonstrated ability to partner cross‑functionally and engage diverse stakeholders across all organizational levels. Deep familiarity with the drug development lifecycle. Familiarity with molecular biology, translational medicine, and diagnostics preferred. Experience working with Life Sciences or Biopharma partners in a product management or translational research role preferred. Skilled at engaging users, customers, and partners to distill feedback into clear, agile product requirements and roadmaps. Salary NYC Base Salary Range: $170,000–$250,000 (may vary for other locations). Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Benefits Tempus offers a full range of benefits, which may include incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits depending on the position. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tempus AI, Inc.