Director, Data Privacy - Regeneron Genetics Center

We are looking for the Director of Data Privacy who will help shape RGC’s data privacy and protection strategy and manage RGC’s privacy program. This role involves working on the cutting edge of privacy and grappling with novel privacy issues in the evolving genomic privacy space in support of world-leading genetic data generation and analysis of millions of genotyped and sequenced humans. You will be involved in and lead RGC’s privacy initiatives, liaise with the Regeneron Data Privacy Office (DPO), Information Security, Technology, Business, Internal Audit groups, and RGC senior leadership teams. They will communicate RGC’s data privacy and protection posture within Regeneron and externally with our collaborators. They are accountable for helping the business achieve its objectives while maintaining an appropriate data privacy posture.

Candidates must have a proven track record of providing sound and practical privacy compliance advice preferably within life sciences research environments and must be able to demonstrate an ability to communicate and influence others regarding creation and compliance with all data privacy matters.

In this role, a typical day might include the following:

• Develop and maintain a deep comprehension of RGC’s processes, systems, technologies, data (Genomic and Clinical), customers, consumers, partners, and the privacy-related compliance/regulatory environment (GDPR, Genetic Privacy, etc.,) that the business operates in.

• Identify privacy risks, trends, vulnerabilities, and validate with the DPO.

• Lead as a subject matter expert on privacy and data protection issues in RGC-wide critical initiatives

• Serve as RGC’s data privacy steward and partner with the DPO in new and periodic privacy assessments

• Identify and outline processes and systems for the DPO that are in scope and drive privacy-related mitigations related to RGC projects and capabilities

• Assist in the development and maintenance of procedures that support the DPO program objectives

• Partner with control and oversight groups (DPO, Information Security, Internal Audit) to create, maintain, test, and monitor for privacy and data protection compliance

This job might be for you if:

• You have demonstrated leadership and partnering skills, plus excellent verbal, and written communication skills, with focus on informing, influencing and relationship building.

• You look for cooperation and collaboration between various levels of the organization to implement privacy programs

• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the business sense to identify and communicate privacy and data protection issues within complex data flows and processes while proposing practical solutions in line with business objectives 

• You have a demonstrated passion for making things better and building resourceful solutions.

To be considered for the Director, Data Privacy, RGC you must have Bachelor’s degree and minimum twelve years of relevant experience and CIPP or other privacy related certifications. In-depth understanding of privacy and data protection laws (US, UK & EU). A demonstrated commitment to continuous learning. Experience managing data privacy for scientific research, genomics and/or clinical data is highly desired. . Experience or familiarity with conducting privacy risk assessments in diverse operational environments. Strong project management and coordination skills with proven ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and manage multiple projects. Motivated self-starter with strong attention to detail. Candidates with experience within the pharmaceutical industry will be given preferential consideration.

Level commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first steps toward living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides amazing benefits including health and wellness programs, fitness centers and stock for employees at all levels! 

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. Please contact us to discuss any accommodations you think you may need.