IQVIA

AI Solutions Architect (Remote)

IQVIA • $125K — $350K *
Boston, MA 02115In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Significant experience in delivering AI, data, analytics, or digital transformation solutions in life sciences or pharmaceutical organizations.
  • Expertise in foundation models, retrieval-augmented generation, agentic AI architectures, and knowledge graphs.
  • Strong programming and solution development experience, particularly in Python and modern AI frameworks.
  • Experience with cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
  • Familiarity with regulated environments for AI solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and delivery of AI solutions in pharmaceutical R&D, creating scalable solutions for measurable outcomes.
  • Recommend architectures aligning business goals with data and technology capabilities.
  • Design and implement solutions using foundation models and agentic AI frameworks.
  • Define selection, orchestration, and evaluation approaches for models and deployments.
  • Architect biomedical knowledge graphs and semantic data models for scientific discovery.
  • Integrate knowledge graphs with foundation models to enhance AI explainability.
  • Lead data integration and governance for scientific, clinical, and operational data.

Benefits

  • Career development opportunities in a cutting-edge field.
  • Access to the latest AI technologies and methodologies.
  • Collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Opportunity to influence pharmaceutical R&D processes and innovations.
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced AI Solutions Architect to lead the design and delivery of next-generation AI solutions for pharmaceutical and life sciences organizations. This individual will help clients transform scientific, clinical, and operational data into explainable, trustworthy, and scalable AI solutions that accelerate research and development, improve decision-making, and drive innovation across the drug development lifecycle.

Role Overview

As an AI Solutions Architect, you will combine your expertise in foundation models, knowledge graphs, agentic AI, and data architecture with strong consulting and client leadership skills. You will work closely with scientific, business, and technical stakeholders to design and deliver solutions that leverage next-generation AI capabilities and deliver measurable business value.

Key Responsibilities

AI Solution Architecture

  • Lead the design and delivery of AI solutions across pharmaceutical research and development, translating business and scientific challenges into scalable solutions with measurable outcomes


  • Recommend appropriate architectures that align business objectives, data assets, and technology capabilities


Foundation Models and Agentic AI

  • Design and implement solutions using foundation models, large language models (LLMs), retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and agentic AI frameworks


  • Define approaches for model selection, orchestration, grounding, prompt design, evaluation, validation, and production deployment


Knowledge Graphs and Semantic Systems

  • Architect biomedical knowledge graphs, ontologies, and semantic data models that support scientific discovery, reasoning, and intelligent information retrieval


  • Integrate knowledge graphs with foundation models to improve contextual understanding, explainability, and AI performance


Data Strategy and Engineering

  • Lead data integration, harmonization, and governance efforts across scientific, clinical, and operational data sources


  • Establish data foundations that support scalable, trustworthy, and AI-ready solutions


Client Leadership and Consulting

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to business, scientific, and technical stakeholders, leading workshops and solution design sessions


  • Communicate complex technical concepts to both executive and technical audiences, guiding clients from strategy through implementation


Innovation and Capabilities Development

  • Stay current on advances in AI, foundation models, and knowledge graphs, bringing emerging capabilities into solutions


  • Contribute to reusable methodologies, accelerators, and leading practices that scale AI delivery across engagements


What We're Looking For

  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.


  • Significant experience delivering AI, data, analytics, or digital transformation solutions in life sciences or pharmaceutical organizations


  • Demonstrated expertise in designing and deploying solutions leveraging foundation models, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), agentic AI architectures, knowledge graphs, semantic technologies, vector databases, semantic search, machine learning, and predictive analytics


  • Experience designing AI solution architectures supported by strong data architecture principles.


  • Strong programming and solution development experience, particularly in Python and modern AI frameworks.


  • Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.


  • Experience designing and deploying AI solutions in regulated environments.


  • Ability to translate complex business and scientific questions into structured AI solution designs and implementation plans.


  • Understanding of pharmaceutical R&D processes, including drug discovery, translational science, clinical development, safety, and regulatory approval.


  • Excellent communication, presentation, and consulting skills.


  • Ability to engage effectively with both executive stakeholders and highly technical teams.


Preferred Experience

  • Experience designing and implementing biomedical knowledge graph solutions, including the integration of knowledge graphs with foundation models and agentic AI to support intelligent applications and scientific discovery.


  • Familiarity with biomedical ontologies, standards, and scientific data management practices, including FAIR data principles and semantic interoperability.


  • Experience establishing AI evaluation, validation, and governance frameworks, including benchmarking, human-in-the-loop review, and other quality assessment methodologies.


  • Understanding of the end-to-end pharmaceutical value chain, including R&D, regulatory affairs, market access, medical affairs, commercial operations, and post-marketing functions.


  • Experience leading client engagements and mentoring multidisciplinary technical teams.




The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $125,800.00 - $350,300.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

About IQVIA

Innovex offers superior and creative advice to corporations. In addition, they raised venture capital for our own affiliate companies, in addition to having assisted clients in fund-raising efforts, new venture outreaches, and financing. Their engineers and technical staff offer varied backgrounds in manufacturing, high tech, product design, quality control, safety, biomechanics, and robotics.

IQVIA Careers

Join the vibrant team at IQVIA, a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the healthcare industry. IQVIA is recognized for its commitment to innovation, leadership in healthcare, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

Work You’ll Do

At IQVIA, we offer job opportunities that empower you to leverage your skills and drive healthcare forward. Become part of a team that thrives on innovation and the pursuit of operational excellence, helping to improve patient outcomes across the globe.

Transform Your Career

IQVIA is the place where you can transform the world of healthcare while advancing your career. With a variety of positions available, from research and development to business analytics, IQVIA is at the forefront of the industry. Our leadership is committed to fostering a culture of growth and professional development, making IQVIA a prime environment for both seasoned professionals and those seeking an internship to kickstart their career.

Innovative Work Environment

Join over 50,000 dedicated professionals in a dynamic environment where technology meets healthcare. At IQVIA, innovation isn’t just a buzzword; it's the backbone of how we solve complex challenges. With cutting-edge resources and a collaborative global team, your work at IQVIA directly contributes to advancements in life sciences.

Career Development and Benefits

IQVIA believes in nurturing its team members not just as employees but as individuals seeking to grow their careers. We support this with unmatched benefits, diversity training, and opportunities for leadership development. Our commitment to your career growth is matched by our dedication to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, part-time work, or a graduate internship, IQVIA offers a range of employment options to match your career ambitions. Our hiring process is designed to be transparent and engaging, helping you to understand where your skills can best be utilized within the company.

Networking and Professional Development

At IQVIA, networking and professional development are part of our DNA. Engage with industry leaders, participate in global conferences, and take advantage of our in-house training programs designed to enhance your skills and advance your career.

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Learn more about IQVIA
Size
82,000 employees
Market Cap
$37.5 billion
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Net Income
$279 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+15.3%
Revenue
$11.3 billion
NASDAQ
IQV
* Ladders Estimates

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