Executive Director Evidence Generation

1 week ago

London The Westworks, United Kingdom Novartis Full time £120,000 - £180,000 per year

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Level 7

Job Description Summary

LOCATION: London, UK or Dublin, Rep of Ireland
ROLE TYPE: Hybrid Working, LI-Hybrid

Imagine leading a global movement that transforms how evidence shapes healthcare decisions this is your opportunity to inspire change at scale.

As Evidence Generation Executive Director, you'll be at the forefront of shaping how Novartis delivers impactful, high-quality evidence across the product lifecycle.

You'll lead and empower a diverse, high-performing team of scientific experts, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

Your strategic vision will guide global studies from Phase IIIb/IV trials to Real World Evidence programs ensuring they meet the needs of regulators, payers, clinicians, and patients.

By championing integrated evidence and nurturing cross-functional partnerships, you'll help redefine how data drives access, adoption, and better outcomes for patients worldwide.


 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead a global team to deliver integrated, high-quality evidence aligned with therapeutic and business objectives
  • Oversee design and execution of Phase IIIb/IV trials, non-interventional studies, and Real World Evidence programs
  • Align evidence generation strategies with medical and access priorities across global functions and key countries
  • Drive innovation using novel methodologies, digital technologies, and real-world data sources
  • Influence therapeutic area strategy as part of the TA Medical Leadership Team
  • Champion operational excellence and talent development within the Evidence Generation Leadership Team
  • Build strategic partnerships internally and externally to enhance collaboration and scientific impact

What You'll Bring to the Role

  • Advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, or equivalent) in life sciences, public health, or a related field
  • Extensive of experience in evidence generation within pharma, academia, or healthcare settings
  • Proven expertise in designing and executing interventional, non-interventional, and Real World Evidence studies
  • Strong leadership and collaboration skills in global, cross-functional environments
  • Ability to translate scientific insights into strategic decisions that drive product and stakeholder impact
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage diverse internal and external audiences

Why Novartis:

Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's 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:

You'll receive:

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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Skills Desired

Clinical Practices, Clinical Research, Drug Development, E-Learning, Influencing Skills, Job Description, Leadership, Medical Communication, Microsoft Access, Patient Care, PCB (Printed Circuit Board), Personal Development, Pharmaceutics, Pipeline (Software), Product Placement, Regulatory Compliance, Software Release, Strategic Direction, Well-Being

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