Associate Director, AI Use Case Lead
Associate Director, AI Use Case Lead
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$ 152600 - 283400
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This position will be located at the East Hanover NJ location and will not have the ability to be located remotely.Job Description
The Insights and Decision Science (IDS) team is dedicated to enabling improved decision making at Novartis by leveraging superior data to identify actionable insights that drive enhanced performance. We collaborate closely with the US business challenging data and ideas to empower smarter data-driven decision-making. This role is crucial in driving innovation and transformation in pharma by harnessing the power of artificial intelligence.
The individual will lead the ideation and execution of AI projects from concept to implementation ensuring that solutions are scalable compliant and tailored to meet the unique needs of the company. The individual will lead the ideation and execution of AI projects from concept to implementation ensuring that solutions are scalable compliant and tailored to meet the unique needs of the company.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate on the ideation and execution of AI projects assisting in the transition from concept to implementation.
Contribute innovative ideas for AI-based products or solutions supporting the development of market-ready offerings.
Assist in evaluating the feasibility of use cases based on data availability quality and organizational readiness.
Help create a detailed plan for the AI use case lifecycle from ideation to pilot under the guidance of senior leaders.
Work closely with departments such as R&D manufacturing commercial regulatory and IT to understand their pain points and requirements providing support to senior leaders.
Collaborate with AI teams to design scalable compliant and effective AI solutions tailored to the use case with oversight from senior leaders.
Assist in setting priorities and managing the product lifecycle in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Serve as a liaison between technical teams (data scientists engineers) and business teams ensuring clear communication and understanding with support from senior leaders.
Advocate for AI adoption and assist stakeholders in adapting to new tools and processes under the guidance of senior leaders.
Support the definition and pressure-testing of value cases and assist in structuring sprints to begin development of new product ideas.
Support the business case development for wider adoption of AI technology by capturing success stories and key business metrics during pilot phases collaborating with other teams to drive broader adoption.
Act as an AI role model supporting a culture that embraces cutting-edge AI technologies and encourages experimentation and adoption of best practices under the mentorship of senior leaders.
Experience:
Novartis seeks individual with extensive experience in leading AI-driven innovation projects from conception to market deployment. A proven track record of successfully evaluating and implementing AI use cases demonstrating a deep understanding of data quality availability and organizational readiness is . The candidate should excel in bridging the gap between technical and business teams fostering clear communication and understanding while advocating for AI adoption and facilitating stakeholder adaptation to new technologies.
Essential Requirements:
A minimum of 6 years of experience in tech development in the pharma industry
A degree in Computer Science Data Science Artificial Intelligence or a related field. Advanced degrees (Masters or Ph.D.) are preferred
Experience in managing complex projects including planning execution and delivery with a focus on AI or technology-driven projects
Ability to balance stakeholder interests with project goals ensuring successful AI implementation and adoption
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams including R&D IT and business units to drive AI initiatives
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements
Understanding of prototype development process
Demonstrated leadership skills to guide and motivate teams manage conflicts and drive change
Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance issues related to AI in the pharmaceutical industry
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between: $152600.00 and $283400.00 a year; however while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25 fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further final pay determinations will depend on various factors including but not limited to geographical location experience level knowledge skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements including a sign-on bonus restricted stock units and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation sick time and parental leave) dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.
EEO Statement:
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment hiring training promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status.
Accessibility and reasonable accommodations
The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or to perform the essential functions of a position please send an e-mail to or call 1 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
Salary Range
$152600.00 - $283400.00Skills Desired
Agility Agility Business Analytics Competitive Intelligence Cross-Functional Collaboration Customer Insights Customer Orientation Data Analysis Data Science Forecasting Go-To-Market Strategy Healthcare Sector Understanding Influencing Skills Innovation Marketing Analytics Marketing Strategy Market Insights Market Research Market Trend Microsoft Excel Predictive Analytics Product Marketing Qualitative Research Quantitative Research R (Programming Language) 3 moreRequired Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
