Pulmovant

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Pulmovant is a Roivant-backed clinical-stage biotechnology company developing innovative therapies for patients suffering from pulmonary diseases. Pulmovant’s first program, mosliciguat is designed to provide an effective, once-daily, inhaled treatment option for patients with pulmonary hypertension (PH). Mosliciguat is a novel, potential first-in-class, sGC activator with a differentiated mechanism that may have broad applicability across the PH spectrum. Mosliciguat has been extensively characterized across a robust Phase 1 program with 170 participants dosed to date including patients with PH in the Phase 1b ATMOS study which has produced highly compelling and clinically meaningful efficacy data, as well as a favorable safety profile. Enrollment in a phase 2 trial is ongoing. As part of the Roivant family of companies, Pulmovant leverages the power of collaboration and innovation to drive progress. For more information, please visit https://www.pulmovant.com. About Roivant: Roivant specializes in developing transformative medicines at an accelerated pace through the launch of nimble biopharmaceutical and health technology entities, each meticulously tailored to address a specific medical need. Since its inception in 2014, Roivant has achieved the following critical milestones in support of its vision: built over 20 Vants; 12 consecutive positive Phase 3 trials; 8 FDA approvals; 5 successful IPOs; >$6B in capital raised; >$10B in global pharma partnerships and proceeds; and continued pipeline expansion across various modalities and therapeutic areas through in-licensing and acquisition of novel product candidates and technology platforms. In addition to a robust clinical stage pipeline, Roivant also incubates discovery-stage companies and health technology startups complementary to its biopharmaceutical business. Position: Director / Senior Director, Head of IT Summary: Pulmovant is seeking an experienced, strategic, and hands-on Head of IT, focused on R&D Information Systems (IS) to define, modernize, and operate our full R&D technology ecosystem. This leader will shape the future-state IS landscape as Pulmovant transitions from the Roivant platform to an independent operating model, ensuring that all R&D systems, data flows, and supporting infrastructure are scalable, secure, compliant, and fit for a high-growth biotech. Beyond R&D systems leadership, this role will also serve as a critical liaison between Pulmovant and Roivant IT, helping coordinate key IT infrastructure services, including IT operational support, help desk support, onboarding/offboarding workflows, equipment provisioning, and broader enterprise IT alignment. The ideal candidate combines strategic vision, enterprise IS expertise, and operational discipline, with the ability to lead high-impact initiatives while maintaining close partnerships across IT, R&D, and Roivant. Key Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Road mapping Evaluate the current information systems and infrastructure landscape inherited from Roivant; identify strengths, weaknesses, and modernization opportunities. Develop multi-year IS and infrastructure roadmaps that align R&D and enterprise technology capabilities with Pulmovant’s evolving scientific and business objectives. Define and execute the R&D IS strategy as Pulmovant transitions away from Roivant, ensuring continuity, compliance, and scalability. Advise executive leadership on modernization, emerging technology trends, AI/automation opportunities, and long-term digital strategy. R&D Systems Ownership & Digital Enablement Own the lifecycle of core R&D systems (e.g., SDMS, CTMS, eTMF, QMS, PV/Safety, Veeva Vault, SAS/biostats platforms). Lead feasibility studies, vendor evaluations, and cost-benefit analyses for all R&D IS investments. Oversee the design and delivery of system integrations supporting data flow, analytics, and operational excellence. Drive adoption of AI, automation, and analytics to improve R&D efficiency, quality, and insight generation. Cross-Functional & Infrastructure Collaboration Serve as the primary liaison between Pulmovant and Roivant IT during the transition period, ensuring coordinated delivery of infrastructure and enterprise services. Coordinate with Roivant end-user IT support, including help desk service, escalation management, and service-level expectations. Oversee and coordinate employee onboarding/offboarding workflows, including account provisioning, access management, equipment requests, and IT orientation. Ensure timely and efficient management of endpoint devices, licenses, collaboration tools, identity/access management, and enterprise applications used by R&D. Work with Roivant IT to ensure Pulmovant’s infrastructure (network, security, collaboration platforms, identity management) meets operational, compliance, and scalability needs. Develop plans to transition relevant infrastructure services from Roivant to Pulmovant as applicable. Operational Excellence, Security & Compliance Establish and enhance processes for IT demand management, resource allocation, project delivery, vendor management, and service operations. Partner with Quality to ensure strong CSV/CSA practices and maintain full GxP compliance across the R&D IS ecosystem. Ensure compliance with 21 CFR Part 11, GxP, GDPR/HIPAA, cybersecurity standards, and Pulmovant’s security policies. Advise on IT policies, SOPs, system management standards, and risk mitigation strategies. Drive continuous improvement of operational reliability, system performance, and user experience. Leadership & Team Development Lead and grow a team of IS professionals, contractors, and managed service providers. Manage multi-vendor relationships, ensuring high-quality service delivery, clear accountability, and value realization. Communicate system strategies, technology needs, and project updates clearly to executive leadership and cross-functional partners. Education and Experience Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field (advanced degree preferred). 8–10+ years of progressive IT or IT consulting experience, with 5+ years supporting R&D in life sciences or a related high-tech, regulated environment. Essential Skills and Abilities Strong knowledge of R&D system landscapes, including SDMS, CTMS, eTMF, QMS, PV systems, and Veeva Vault. Proven success designing and implementing digital transformation strategies, cloud-based solutions, and modern enterprise architectures. Familiarity with GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, HIPAA/GDPR, and regulated IT best practices. Experience in enterprise architecture, data integration, information security, and system interoperability. Demonstrated ability to manage multi-site or multi-vendor IT projects in regulated environments. Experience coordinating IT infrastructure support, help desk operations, onboarding/offboarding, or device management is a strong plus. Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills, with executive-level presence. Pulmovant provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We will not accept unsolicited resumes nor outreach from agencies. Please do not send agency resumes to our website or Roivant Sciences and affiliated employees. Thanks!