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Mayo Clinic
Director - AI Digital Pathology
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What they do
A Director of Research and Development is responsible for overseeing their organization's research and development department(s). Responsible for ensuring that the organization meet their objectives for researching and developing new products or technologies and improve existing products.
$199,282 / year median in Minnesota
+5% projected growth
Job Description
CityRochester StateMN RemoteNO DepartmentDigital Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans
- to take care of you and your family, now and in the future.
Benefits Highlights Medical:
Multiple plan options.Dental:
Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.Vision:
Affordable plan with national network.Pre-Tax Savings:
HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.Retirement:
Competitive retirement package to secure your future. Responsibilities The Director- Artificial Intelligence (AI) leads the engineering and research team that builds and delivers Mayo Clinic DigPath's digital-biology technology platforms, accountable for translating the organization's vision into validated, deployed products.
- partnering with the CMO for clinical relevance and the CSO for scientific rigor
- to consistently ship breakthrough tools with speed, technical excellence, and unwavering focus on Mayo Clinic's core value: the needs of the patient come first.
Key Responsibilities AI Strategy & Program Leadership:
Lead development and execution of enterprise AI strategy and multi-year roadmaps aligned with organizational goals.Portfolio Oversight:
Oversee intake, prioritization, and sequencing of AI initiatives; balance value, feasibility, risk, and capacity across portfolios. Cross‑Functional Leadership:
Partner with clinical, operational, technical, legal, compliance, and data leaders to advance AI initiatives from concept through deployment.Governance & Responsible AI:
Ensure AI initiatives adhere to governance frameworks, ethical standards, regulatory requirements, and risk management practices.Operational Enablement:
Establish operating rhythms, performance metrics, and reporting mechanisms to track progress, outcomes, and value realization.Stakeholder Engagement:
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders; communicate AI strategy, progress, and impact through executive‑level updates and presentations.People & Team Leadership:
Lead, develop, and support managers and senior professionals; foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Financial & Resource Stewardship:
Support budget planning, resource allocation, and business case development for AI initiatives. Core Competencies Enterprise AI & Digital Strategy Executive Presence & Influence Change Leadership & Resilience Ethical & Responsible AI Stewardship Cross‑Functional Collaboration Program & Portfolio Management This is a hybrid position and incumbent must live within 100 miles of the Rochester, MN campus. Mayo Clinic will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position includingF1 OPT STEM.
Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 10 years of progressive experience in healthcare, technology, operations, analytics, or related fields with demonstrated leadership responsibility required. Master's degree and 10 years of progressive experience in healthcare, technology, operations, analytics, or related fields with demonstrated leadership responsibility preferred. Demonstrated experience leading high performing teams and delivering complex enterprise initiatives in a matrixed organizations preferred. Exemption Status Exempt Compensation Detail $204,256.00- $306,384.00/ year Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Full Time Hours/Pay Period 80 Schedule Details Monday
- Friday, 8am
- 5pm Weekend Schedule As business needs dictate International Assignment No Site Description Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations.