Scholar Rock is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and delivers life-changing therapies for people with serious diseases that have high unmet need. As a global leader in the biology of the transforming growth factor beta (TGFβ) superfamily of cell proteins and named for the visual resemblance of a scholar rock to protein structures, the clinical-stage company is focused on advancing innovative treatments where protein growth factors are fundamental. Over the past decade, the company has created a pipeline with the potential to advance the standard of care for neuromuscular disease, cardiometabolic disorders, cancer, and other conditions where growth factor-targeted drugs can play a transformational role. Scholar Rock is the only company to show clinical proof of concept for a muscle-targeted treatment in spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). This commitment to unlocking fundamentally different therapeutic approaches is powered by broad application of a proprietary platform, which has developed novel monoclonal antibodies to modulate protein growth factors with extraordinary selectivity. By harnessing cutting-edge science in disease spaces that are historically under-addressed through traditional therapies, Scholar Rock works every day to create new possibilities for patients. Learn more about the company’s approach at ScholarRock.com and follow @ScholarRock and on LinkedIn.Summary of Position:The Chief Information Officer (CIO)/VP of IT will lead Scholar Rock’s global IT function through a period of rapid growth, modernization, and strategic transformation. This executive will ensure workplace enablement and IT service reliability today, while defining and executing a forward-looking technology vision that enables global commercialization, compliant operations, and digital innovation.
A proven builder and scaler of IT organizations and systems, the CIO/VP IT will establish the people, processes, and platforms needed to support Scholar Rock’s growth from a development-stage biotech to a fully integrated global commercial company. The CIO/VP IT will also be a visible leader with regular engagement at the Executive Team and Board level, providing updates on IT performance, cybersecurity, compliance, and digital strategy.
Position Responsibilities:
- Workplace Enablement & Operational Excellence:
- Ensure reliable IT operations and service delivery for employees, labs, and field teams.
- Build a customer-focused IT culture with clear governance, metrics, and accountability.
- Modernize collaboration and productivity platforms to improve hybrid work and global connectivity.
- Strategic IT & Technology Enablement:
- Define and execute a visionary IT strategy aligned with Scholar Rock’s scientific, operational, and commercial goals.
- Enable data-driven decision-making through modern data platforms, analytics, and integration across R&D, clinical, supply chain, G&A, and commercial functions.
- Explore and implement emerging technologies (cloud, AI/ML, digital engagement) to create competitive advantage.
- Serve as a thought partner to the Executive Team and the business on technology investments and digital transformation.
- Provide frequent updates to the Executive Team and Board on IT performance, risk management, and progress toward strategic objectives.
- GxP, Commercial & G&A Systems:
- Oversee implementation and compliance of GxP systems across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and pharmacovigilance.
- Deliver validated enterprise applications (ERP, QMS, LIMS, serialization, data platforms) that are scalable for commercial operations.
- Lead deployment of commercial IT systems:
- CRM platforms for field force effectiveness (e.g., Veeva, Salesforce).
- Commercial data hub / data warehouse to integrate patient services, market access, sales, and medical data.
- Field force enablement tools to support omnichannel engagement, analytics, and reporting.
- Build and optimize G&A systems including:
- Finance/ERP systems to support SOX compliance, reporting, and global operations.
- HRIS/HCM platforms to support workforce growth, talent management, and global mobility.
- Procurement, contracts, and compliance tools for a public company environment.
- Cybersecurity & Global Infrastructure:
- Build a robust cybersecurity program to protect sensitive clinical, commercial, employee, and patient data.
- Ensure compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, and other global data regulations.
- Develop scalable IT infrastructure and networks to support Scholar Rock’s international expansion.
- IT Organization Build & Resourcing:
- Establish and scale a global IT organization with the right mix of internal talent and external partners.
- Define the operating model, including in-house IT leadership, managed service providers, and strategic vendors.
- Build an IT team capable of supporting 24/7 operations across regions, with clear roles in workplace support, GxP/commercial systems, cybersecurity, and enterprise applications.
- Develop succession planning, talent pipelines, and governance structures for long-term scalability.
Candidate Qualifications:
- 15+ years of IT leadership, including senior executive experience in biotech, pharma, or life sciences.
- Required: Demonstrated success building and scaling IT organizations and enterprise systems to support global business growth.
- Proven track record in stabilizing IT operations while delivering long-term digital strategy.
- Deep knowledge of GxP IT systems, validation, and global regulatory requirements.
- Experience implementing and managing commercial IT platforms (CRM, data hub, analytics, field force tools).
- Experience leading Finance (ERP) and HRIS/HCM systems implementation and optimization in a public company context.
- Strong background in data strategy, digital innovation, and technology enablement.
- Excellent leadership, vendor management, and change management skills.
- Strong boardroom presence, with experience preparing and delivering executive and board-level updates.
Personal Attributes:
- Visionary leader who can inspire through technology enablement while solving immediate operational challenges.
- Pragmatic and hands-on, with a strong bias for action and accountability.
- Collaborative, enterprise-minded, and skilled at influencing across a global matrix.
- Confident communicator with the executive presence to engage regularly with the Board and senior leadership.
- Excited by the challenge of building technology capabilities that empower employees and accelerate global impact.
Scholar Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
