Vice President Innovation Jobs in Reston, VA (NOW HIRING)

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About Us

ADVI Health: Expert Advice. Clear Vision.

Since 2013, clients have sought ADVI Health's expert advice, informed by data and guided by a clear vision of the complex intersection of life sciences/healthcare innovation, economics, policy, and patient impact. Our aim is to be the leading and most knowledgeable go-to-market access and commercialization partner for life sciences and healthcare innovators, worldwide. 

We are a collaborative team of consultants and advisors, all of whom are veterans of top healthcare and life sciences organizations, the federal government, state government, top consultants, nonprofits, commercial payers, or data and analytics companies. Our work cuts through complexity across asset, franchise, corporate, and executive level strategy, shapes markets, and enables therapies to launch faster, smarter, and at scale in multiple therapeutic areas, lifecycle stages, and areas of the world. Our global client roster includes biopharma manufacturers, MedTech, precision medicine diagnostics and tools companies, and cancer provider and patient organizations, from the C-suite down and across the product lifecycle. We solve complicated problems with data-informed commercialization, market access, and policy expertise. Based in Washington, DC and Austin, TX, the company delivers insight- and data-informed advice and vision for leaders in healthcare business and policy. ADVI offers a comprehensive perspective by integrating business, policy, and science to find creative solutions through data, learned insight, and compelling strategy to help clients make decisions across all healthcare segments. 

ADVI is at the forefront of healthcare delivery transformation, payment reform, public and private payer coverage, and healthcare merger and acquisition deal flow within the US and abroad. To learn more... visit us at www.advi.com

*Candidates must be legally authorized to work full time in the United States at the time of their hire. ADVI does not offer employment sponsorships now or in the future.

Position Summary

ADVI is seeking an experienced builder-leader to head up the firm's technology and innovation strategy as the VP of Technology & Innovation. This role will be responsible for identifying, prioritizing, and advancing opportunities that leverage technology, data, and artificial intelligence to strengthen ADVI's competitive position, improve operational effectiveness, create differentiated client offerings, and support long-term growth.

The Technology & Innovation Leader will partner closely with executive leadership and enjoys building, experimenting, and working hands on to bring ideas from concept to commercialization. The role is envisioned as an individual contributor initially, with the opportunity to build capabilities and team structures over time as business needs evolve.

The ideal candidate is equally comfortable setting strategy and driving execution. someone who enjoys building, experimenting, and working hands-on to bring ideas from concept to commercialization. Success in this role requires a unique blend of product orientation, technology fluency, business acumen, and change leadership. Ideal candidate is someone with a solid understanding of our industry; however, candidates from other professional services backgrounds will be considered.

Key responsibilities include: 

Innovation Strategy & Growth

Develop and lead ADVI's technology and innovation strategy in alignment with the firm's business objectives.

Identify opportunities to create new revenue streams, enhance existing services, and improve profitability through technology-enabled solutions.

Evaluate emerging technologies, AI capabilities, and data-driven innovations that can strengthen ADVI's market position.

Build business cases and investment recommendations for innovation initiatives.

Establish and monitor innovation performance metrics tied to business outcomes.

Technology-Enabled Business Transformation

Lead the development of a multi-year technology and innovation roadmap.

Partner with consulting, operations, and commercial leaders to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability, and quality through technology.

Drive organizational adoption of new tools, processes, and capabilities.

Establish governance frameworks that support innovation while balancing risk, compliance, and business priorities.

Foster a culture of experimentation, continuous improvement, and responsible innovation.

Product & Capability Development

Identify opportunities to develop differentiated technology-enabled offerings that create value for clients and support firm growth.

Guide the evaluation, prioritization, and commercialization of new products, services, and capabilities.

Partner with internal and external resources to bring innovation concepts from idea to implementation.

Lead innovation initiatives from idea through implementation, taking a hands-on approach to building, testing, and scaling new capabilities.

Ensure innovation investments are aligned with client needs and market demand.

Executive & Market Leadership

Serve as a credible representative of ADVI's technology and innovation capabilities with clients, prospects, partners, and investors.

Support business development efforts by articulating ADVI's innovation strategy and technology-enabled value proposition.

Participate in executive-level discussions regarding growth strategy, technology investments, and organizational priorities.

Strengthen ADVI's reputation as a forward-thinking and innovative consulting partner.

Organizational and Change Leadership

Partner with executive leadership to align technology initiatives with overall business strategy.

Influence and build consensus across stakeholders with varying priorities and perspectives.

Build trust across the organization and drive adoption of new technologies and ways of working. 

Partner effectively with subject matter experts to create alignment, balance competing priorities, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Lead cross-functional initiatives that require organizational change and transformation.

Operate effectively within a growth-oriented, private equity-backed environment

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field preferred. Advanced degree (MBA or similar) is a plus.Equivalent practical experience in technology leadership will also be considered.

12+ years of leadership experience in innovation, digital transformation, product strategy, technology-enabled services, or related disciplines.

Demonstrated success leading business transformation initiatives that resulted in measurable growth, efficiency improvements, or competitive differentiation.

Experience developing and executing innovation strategies within professional services, healthcare, life sciences, consulting, or related industries.

Strong understanding of AI, analytics, automation, and emerging technologies and their application to business challenges.

Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive organizational change.

Excellent communication, presentation, and executive leadership skills.

Preferred Experience

Background in building and applying technology solutions in real-world settings (engineering, product, or related fields) with increasing leadership responsibility.

Experience in product leadership or developing client-facing solutions.

Exposure to private equity-backed or high-growth environments.

Familiarity with consulting, healthcare, or life sciences sectors.

Experience working with or implementing enterprise systems and tools.

Location

Candidates can be based anywhere in the U.S., with a preference for those operating in the Eastern or Central Standard Time Zone. Candidates based in Washington, DC or Austin, TX, will have the option of hybrid work arrangements.

Compensation and Benefits

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At ADVI, we are committed to equitable pay practices and increased transparency in our compensation programs. 

Salary: The good-faith estimated base salary range for this position is $175K-250K annually. This range reflects ADVI's current expectations for the role. Actual compensation may vary and will be determined based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, job related skills, experience, education, internal equity, and market considerations. Please indicate your expected salary range on your application, even if it is outside of our listed range. 

Additional details regarding compensation philosophy and benefits will be shared by the recruiter during the interview process.

Incentive Compensation:
Eligible for an annual performance-based bonus aligned to individual and company performance.

Benefits: 

Medical, dental, and vision

8 paid holidays, including one ADVI Anniversary Day per calendar year

401(k) retirement contribution match, up to 3 percent of salary, with immediate vesting

Health Reimbursement Account

Life and short-term and long-term disability insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Diversity Statement

ADVI's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and collaboration is key to building extraordinary teams. We hire people with exceptional talents, abilities, and potential, then build an environment where you can become the best version of yourself.

Our Vision 

To be the leading and most knowledgeable go-to-market access and commercialization partner for life sciences and healthcare innovators worldwide.

Our Mission 

To provide life science and healthcare innovators the benefit of our team's wisdom, empathy, and creativity that, through data-informed strategy, generates evidence to optimize outcomes and, through tech-enabled access solutions, creates opportunities and expands care.

Our Values

Act with Integrity 

Strive for Excellence 

Make an Impact 

Think smart, Stay curious

Celebrate the Journey, not just the results 

We look forward to hearing from you!

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