Director of AI Strategy & Operations

We are looking for a Director of AI Strategy & Operations, you will serve as the strategic and operational partner to the VP of AI and Research. This is a high-impact role that combines strategic planning, program execution, cross-functional orchestration, and leadership accountability to define and drive forward Prenuvo’s most critical AI initiatives—from research and labeling infrastructure to regulatory delivery and product deployment.

You’ll act as the connective tissue across research, clinical, engineering, and regulatory, ensuring our AI roadmap translates into execution with speed, clarity, and accountability.

Help reshape the world through proactive healthcare while working with cutting-edge technology and high performing teams with deep expertise – join us to make a difference in people’s lives!

What You’ll Do

• Act as a thought partner for the VP of AI – helping to plan the roadmap of initiatives that will deliver the most impact for Prenuvo and our patients
• Drive execution of Prenuvo’s end-to-end AI portfolio—including research programs, labeling initiatives, FDA-regulatory workflows, and model deployment readiness.
• Build and lead an AI program operating model, including team cadences, prioritization processes, and executive reporting.
• Own upward communication—synthesizing complex AI/technical updates into crisp, business-aligned narratives for the CEO, CMO, and board audiences.
• Collaborate deeply with labeling leads, radiology experts, AI scientists, and software/product managers to set clear OKRs and resource plans.
• Monitor progress against KPIs and proactively identify blockers, risks, or misalignments—ensuring a “no surprises” environment for AI execution.
• Lead strategic problem-solving in ambiguous areas—e.g., labeling throughput, regulatory preparation, clinical readiness—without waiting to be told what to do.
• Instill a culture of 80/20 thinking, fast iteration, and tight alignment across research teams.

What You’ll Bring

• 7–10+ years of experience in high ownership environments requiring a blend of strategy and execution – examples could be time in strategy consulting, research commercialisation, product or program management, or founder roles.
• Experience leading cross-functional programs that span R&D, clinical/regulatory, and go-to-market.
• Clear and impactful communication skills: You write and speak with clarity, distilling complex information into actionable insights. You’re effective in engaging with executives and driving alignment at the leadership level.
• Deep operational rigor: you’ve run cadences, tracked KPIs, built status reporting, and held teams accountable to deliverables.
• High EQ and collaborative leadership style: you know how to work with scientists, engineers, and execs without friction.
• Detail-oriented with strategic insight: You can dive into the small details without losing sight of the bigger picture, shaping narratives that guide decision-making

What We Offer

• An avenue to make a positive impact on people’s lives and their health
• We believe in preventative healthcare for everyone, including our team – Prenuvo provides free, whole-body scans to each team member
• Growth opportunities are at the heart of our people journey, we’re doing big things with bright minds – there is no single path to success, it can be shaped along the way
• Building strong relationships is at the core of everything we do – our team gets together each week to connect, share, and socialize
• Recognizing time away to restore is vital to our wellbeing – we have a flexible vacation policy and we will encourage you to use it
• We now offer the Prenuvo’s Commuter Benefits Plan to help cover your transit and parking costs. Whether you ride, drive, or park, we’ve got you covered—making your commute easier and more affordable!
• Retirement made easy! We offer a 401(k) plan to our US employees to help you save for the future, with company contributions to support your financial goals. Plan for tomorrow while you grow with us today!
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, including Mental Health coverage, to support you and your family
• The base salary for this role ranges from $220,000 to $330,000 USD, depending upon experience

As part of the hiring process, successful candidates will undergo a background check in compliance to applicable federal, provincial, and state rules.