Associate Director IT Business Partner at Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc.

At Acadia, we are dedicated to advancing breakthroughs in medicine to improve the lives of patients. We are looking for a collaborative and strategic professional to join our team as an Associate Director IT Business Partner. In this role, you will bridge the gap between technology and our Research and Development and Technology Development and Operations teams, ensuring our systems effectively support our mission-driven work.

About the Role

This is a full-time, senior-level position where you will act as a key technology partner. You will lead operational support, manage critical projects, and help refine the processes that keep our R&D infrastructure running smoothly. You will be an essential member of our team, working closely with business stakeholders to implement and maintain technology solutions that drive our scientific progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the operational lead for our existing systems by managing vendor relationships, coordinating routine patches, and overseeing change control processes.
• Collaborate with business partners to define and document requirements, including data flow, application usability, and infrastructure needs.
• Lead IT project management efforts by ensuring implementations align with our governance standards and facilitating the evaluation of new technology solutions.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you should have a solid foundation in both technology and the pharmaceutical industry. We are looking for the following qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or a related technical field.
• At least 8 years of progressively responsible experience within the pharmaceutical sector, specifically focusing on R&D, Quality, or Manufacturing systems.
• Proven expertise in computer system validation, GxP processes, and the standard systems development life cycle.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and prioritize complex workloads.
• Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as EDC, CTMS, Veeva Vault, and other regulatory or clinical analytics platforms.

Location

This position is based in San Diego, CA. We operate on a hybrid model, and you will be expected to work from our office an average of three days per week.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $139,000 to $174,000 USD. In addition to base pay, you will be eligible for discretionary bonuses and equity awards. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• A 401(k) plan with a 1:1 company match up to 5%.
• Equity compensation and an employee stock purchase plan.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement to support your professional growth.