Job Description Summary
LOCATION: London UK or Dublin Rep of Ireland
ROLE TYPE: Hybrid Working LI-Hybrid
At Novartis were reimagining medicine and the Evidence Generation Director plays a pivotal role in that mission.
In this high-impact position youll lead the scientific strategy and execution of innovative studies that shape how our medicines are understood accessed and adopted globally.
From Phase IIIb/IV trials to real-world evidence programs your work will inform decisions made by regulators payers clinicians and patients.
Youll collaborate across functions and borders driving integrated evidence planning and pioneering new methodologies that elevate the value of our therapies.
If youre passionate about transforming data into meaningful insights that improve lives this is your opportunity to lead change at scale.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Lead scientific oversight of Phase IIIb/IV trials and complex non-interventional studies across global medical affairs.
- Develop study concepts protocols and reports; guide analysis interpretation and publication of results.
- Drive integrated evidence planning to support product strategy and demonstrate medicine value.
- Engage with global stakeholders including KOLs advisory boards and patient advocacy groups.
- Represent Novartis in steering committees and external research collaborations.
- Champion innovative methodologies and technologies to advance evidence generation practices.
- Contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives including process improvements training and SOP development.
Essential Requirements
- Advanced degree in life sciences or healthcare; MBA or equivalent preferred.
- Solid experience in pharma academic research or healthcare with evidence generation focus.
- Expertise in interventional and non-interventional trial design and real-world evidence methodologies.
- Strong understanding of global regulatory and access environments and drug development processes.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver impactful evidence strategies.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences.
Why Novartis:
Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend peoples lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here:
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You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
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