Associate Director Evidence Generation

Summary

Location: Hyderabad, India

Step into a role where your scientific expertise can shape the future of medicine. As Associate Director of Evidence Generation, you’ll lead the development of innovative, non-interventional studies and Real-World Evidence programs that influence global healthcare decisions.

You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to deliver impactful, fit-for-purpose evidence that supports access, adoption, and optimal use of Novartis medicines.

This is your opportunity to reimagine how evidence drives patient outcomes and regulatory success and make a meaningful difference in the lives of millions.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design and execution of non-interventional studies aligned with Integrated Evidence Plans
• Develop study concepts, protocols, reports, and contribute to final analyses and publications
• Ensure scientific rigor and relevance in evidence strategy, study design, and data interpretation
• Engage with global stakeholders including key opinion leaders, advisory boards, and patient groups
• Represent Novartis in external collaborations and lead/co-chair steering committees for studies
• Support development of innovative methodologies and technologies to enhance evidence generation
• Stay current with trends and drive adoption of emergent evidence approaches across teams
  
  

Essential Requirements

• Advanced degree in life sciences or healthcare; MBA or equivalent preferred
• 5+ years’ experience in pharma, academic research, or healthcare with focus on evidence generation
• Strong expertise in non-interventional study design and Real-World Evidence methodologies
• Proven ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse internal and external audiences
• Demonstrated success working in cross-functional, global matrix environments
• Excellent collaboration, organizational, and strategic thinking skills
  
  

Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

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