Summary The Associate Director, Business Operations is accountable for driving faultless GMA functional strategy and operational execution, including the rigor of design, integration & adoption of new, innovative solutions that ensure medical therapeutic areas and functions are equipped for organizational effectiveness and operational delivery. About The Role The remit of responsibilities extends beyond leading everyday operational activities to the integrative planning of strategic innovation (e.g., AI, technology, process simplification) into the future fabric and operating model of Global Medical Affairs. Key Areas of Responsibility Responsible for driving faultless GMA functional strategy and operational execution, including the rigor of design, integration & adoption of new, innovative solutions that ensure medical therapeutic areas and functions are equipped for organizational effectiveness and operational delivery. Responsible for integrative planning of strategic innovation (e.g., AI, technology, process simplification) into the future fabric and operating model of Global Medical Affairs. Manage GMA transformation programs and projects, supporting GMA Leadership as required. Support design and implementation of AI and technology solutions, ensuring key design processes are implemented; track the outcomes and secure committed benefits generated. Support GMA functional operations, including but not limited to – rolling change, communication & engagement strategy/ planning, functional resource/ FTE forecasting in partnership with Dev Finance – and enablement of GMA strategy. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in life sciences required; advanced degree (MSc, MBA etc.) in scientific or business preferred or relevant business experience. Minimum 6 years of relevant experience (e.g., health care or technology sector; business transformation; new technologies; operational excellence). Fluent English (oral and written). 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. With our people – associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions – we are on a mission to transform lives. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve. We also commit to accessibility and accommodation; please contact diversity.inclusion_ch@novartis.com with any medical condition or disability that requires reasonable accommodation. Include the job requisition number in your message. Benefits and Rewards Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Management and Manufacturing Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr
A global pharmaceutical company in Dublin seeks an Associate Director for Business Operations. This role is responsible for executing GMA functional strategy and managing innovative solutions that enhance operational effectiveness. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's in life sciences and a minimum of 6 years of experience in healthcare or technology sectors, with a focus on business transformation. The role requires fluent English, strong project management skills, and proficiency in AI technology integration. This is a full-time position with a mid-senior seniority level. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Associate Director, Data Operations, Clinical Data Management Join to apply for the Associate Director, Data Operations, Clinical Data Management role at Novartis Ireland . The Associate Director / Group Head will lead a community of 20 Clinical Data Acquisition Specialists, Clinical Data Scientists and Coding Specialists as assigned to individual therapeutic areas (TA). Responsibilities include ensuring adequate staffing/resource allocation for delivery of the portfolio to the TA area (managing attrition, hiring, talent retention); people management/career development and employee engagement of the community. Facilitate the sharing of resources between groups to meet company goals and objectives. Furthermore, the role will partner with the Senior Group Head in contributing towards the TA-community’s goals and KPIs (quality, cost, cycle-time and productivity). To partner and support the functional mentors within the community to set up learning networks across all CDAM communities. Work seamlessly with the partner group to lead, contribute to and implement initiatives to establish and maintain Novartis CDAM as best in class in the industry. About The Role Major accountabilities: Selects, recruits, develops, manages, motivates, coaches and appraises the performance of direct reports to ensure high quality performance across their community of Clinical Data Acquisition and Management associates/roles (Clinical Data Scientists, Clinical Data Acquisition Specialists and Coding Specialists). Facilitates a partner- and customer-oriented Clinical Data Acquisition and Management group, role modelling behaviors for the associates within their community as per the Novartis Values and Behaviours. Accountable for the assignment of resources and workload within the community, and ensures sharing of resources between groups to meet company objectives and priorities. Partners with the functional mentors within the community and Functional Experts within CDAM to empower associates to take the right decisions to solve issues at the trial/program delivery level. Understands Health Authority requirements and participates in Health Authority inspections as required. Builds a strong team spirit and creates a team founded on technical ability, performance excellence and the Novartis values and behaviours. Leads and supports non-clinical special projects and initiatives; provides subject matter expertise through self/through the team to special projects as needed. Highlights the need for training programs and supports the establishment of these (technical and professional skills) for CDAM team members. Ensures high quality communication and information flow on the status of trials to stakeholders, mitigates and manages risks. If required, deputizes for the Senior Group Head of Clinical Data Acquisition and Management. Maintains external focus by interacting with and influencing industry working groups and organizations. Ideal Background University or college degree in life science, computer science, pharmacy, nursing or equivalent relevant degree. Proven leadership, collaboration and organizational skills with relevant experience within Clinical Data Management / Clinical Data Science environment. Excellent understanding of clinical trials methodology, GCP and medical terminology. Ideally 10 years’ experience in Drug Development with at least 6 years in Clinical Data Management and at least 5 years of line management or leadership experience. Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve. 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 to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? Join our Novartis Network: Not the right role for you? Sign up to our talent community to stay connected and learn about suitable career opportunities as they come up. Benefits and Rewards: Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally. EEO statement: Novartis is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of its people. Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Business Development and Strategy Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Novartis Ireland by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr
A global pharmaceutical company based in Dublin is seeking a Principal Scientific Writer to create high-quality scientific content. This role involves preparing complex documents, managing multiple projects, and implementing customer management strategies. Ideally, candidates should have a minimum of a science degree with extensive clinical research experience. Excellent written and oral English skills are essential. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and a chance to make a difference in patients' lives. #J-18808-Ljbffr
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Summary As a Principal Scientific Writer you will be responsible for the creation of high‑quality highly‑complex scientific content, such as publications and foundational core content elements, in line with priorities and scientific narrative defined in SCP. You will own content from brief to publication or presentation, ensuring first‑time right delivery. Major Activities Prepare/support the preparation of highly complex scientific documents to meet highest quality standards, including pivotal primary manuscripts, scientific communications platform and scientific lexicons, scientific writing for IEPs, meeting materials for satellite symposia, and publication planning materials. Initiate/implement and champion process improvement techniques. Manage multiple projects across multiple brands and therapeutic areas. Define and implement customer management strategies and tactics. Ideate and implement tactics to influence the internal and external development environment. Comply with and support group’s project management tool, standards, policies and initiatives. Follow Novartis specifications for documentation, templates, etc. Maintain records for all assigned projects including archiving. Maintain audit, SOP and training compliance. Train new joiners and fellow colleagues as and when required. Perform additional tasks as assigned. Education Minimum: Minimum science degree or equivalent, B.Sc./equivalent with 12 years Clinical Research (CR) experience, M.Sc./M.Pharm +10 years of clinical research (CR) experience. Desired: Doctoral Degree or Qualification in Medical Sciences (MBBS/MD/equivalent). PhD >8 years of CR experience, MBBS/equivalent >8 years of CR experience, MD >6 years of CR experience. Languages Excellent written and oral English. 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? Benefits and Rewards Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards #J-18808-Ljbffr
Patient Engagement Therapeutic Area Manager Summary The Patient Engagement Therapeutic Area Manager (PETAL) is responsible for a defined scope in the execution of Patient Engagement strategies and plans. Ensures all aspects of the daily operations run effectively and efficiently, identify and resolve upcoming issues, improve processes, ensure quality deliverables. About The Role Office Location: London (The Westworks), United Kingdom or Dublin, Ireland. Hybrid (12 days per month on-site if living within 50 miles of our London office) Remote (if living beyond 50 miles of our London office) Key Responsibilities But Not Limited To Enhance engagement with the patient community through a patient-focused mindset Identify solutions that educate and empower patient organizations to improve patients disease awareness, quality of life and access to therapies Work with Franchises, HCPs and patient organizations to plan and implement short and long term programs to meet both business and disease communities needs Stay current with relevant information and resources regarding industry and health care legislation Provide updates regularly to the disease communities Monitor metrics and audience statistical analysis and planning Report technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt Distribution of marketing samples (where applicable) Key Performance Indicators Quality of documents prepared (presentations etc.) Feedback from internal and external stakeholders High-quality delivery of individual contribution within projects Timeliness, reliability and quality of managed tasks Essential Criteria Project management expertise Operations management and execution Languages English (written) 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 Benefits and Rewards Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Patient Engagement Therapeutic Area Manager to implement strategies improving patient engagement and outcomes. Responsibilities include collaborating with various stakeholders, enhancing disease awareness, and managing operations effectively. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills and a patient-focused mindset. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement with the office located in Dublin. Join us in our mission to change patients' lives. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Associate Director Medical AI & Innovation Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Summary The Associate Director, Medical AI & Innovation is accountable for translating key medical challenges into scalable, innovation opportunities solved by AI, including accountability for GMA AI products throughout product lifecycle. Solutions may range from off‑the‑shelf options (e.g., Copilot Studio) to co‑development of use cases endorsed in Dev AI strategy. About The Role The remit requires effective, close partnership with Development AI (Process Innovation) – specifically the Digital Innovation Director (SPPO, Dev AI) – to provide robust medical perspectives on artificial intelligence, ensure continual alignment between the MA AI and Dev AI product roadmaps, and to leverage wherever possible the best practices & products being scaled outside of the medical affairs domain, across the Enterprise. Responsibilities Accountable for translating key medical challenges into scalable, innovation opportunities solved by AI, including accountability for GMA AI products throughout product lifecycle and co‑development of use cases endorsed in Dev AI strategy. Own and advance individual GMA AI product(s) (as needed), ensuring strategic‑fit and realization of business benefits. Accountable for integrative planning and management of GMA AI product(s). Operate as dedicated functional partner for GMA AI use cases & products striving to maximise value & adoption in alignment with GMA objectives and business priorities, partner, collaborate and actively align on the above with medical subject matter experts (SMEs), GMA Business Owners (as relevant) and technical counterparts (DDIT). Drive cross‑functional alignment with close partners e.g., the AI & Innovation Product Manager (SPPO, Dev AI), ensuring continual alignment between the MA AI and Dev AI product roadmaps, and leveraging the best practices & products being scaled outside of the medical affairs domain. Engage and partner with AI and Innovation Lead (SPPO, Dev AI), including providing medical external insights/expertise, to ensure synergy with Dev AI CCE strategy and apply best practices to drive user adoption of MA AI products. Be an agent for change and engage support for innovative ideas, methods, technologies, partnerships, and solutions to maximize value for Novartis. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, life sciences or related field required; advanced degree (MSc, MBA etc.) preferred (or relevant business experience). Fluent English (oral and written). Minimum 6 years of working experience in technology & business solution, digital transformation, or related fields (ideally in healthcare, drug development or life sciences). Previous experience as a Product owner, product manager or similar role in a digital, data, AI/ML or similar innovative solution development. Strong understanding of AI/ML, LLMs, agentic workflows and know how to apply them pragmatically. Drug development and/or medical affairs and/or commercial experience (R‑D‑C continuum). 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: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture You’ll receive: You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards 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. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Benefits and Rewards: Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading pharmaceutical company in Dublin is seeking an Associate Director, Medical AI & Innovation to translate medical challenges into scalable solutions powered by AI. The role requires minimum 6 years of experience in technology and digital transformation, coupled with a strong understanding of AI/ML. The successful candidate will collaborate across functions to align medical and product strategies and advocate for innovative ideas aimed at maximizing value. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Summary As part of International HEOR & PCO in International Value & Access, the Patient Centered Outcomes (PCO) HTA, TA Director within the HEOR TA teams, in partnership with HEOR leads co-leads the PCO reimbursement strategy that enables measurements of patient centered outcomes to support robust payer value propositions and evidence for HTAs, optimizing international access for prioritized Novartis assets. The PCO HTA TA Director will oversee one therapeutic area (e.g., CRM, immunology, oncology, or neurosciences) and their responsibility will span multiple assets/indications. Support and guidance to other members of the HEOR TA team for input or development of plans e.g. Health Technology Assessment Strategy Plans, Integrated Evidence Plans. The Director will lead the HEOR Patient Centered Outcomes strategy within a Therapeutic Area and will contribute to the OnePCO Strategy through direct interface with the Clinical Development PCO Center of Excellence (PCO COE) when novel or disease-specific PCOs are required. In collaboration with regions and countries, the PCO HTA TA Director ensures that local PCO requirements are integrated into the PCO reimbursement strategy, and in the global and international evidence plans and PCO activities. Focus will be given to providing clear strategic rationale for and selection of health utility and other PROs for differentiation and translation to economic impact in partnership with HEOR. In addition, support the implementation of country-specific PCO evidence generation as needed to support access. The Director, HEOR PCO, will serve as an internal expert on health utility assessment activities and lead health state valuation projects via Time Trade-Off (TTO) or Standard Gamble (SG) studies where appropriate. The PCO HTA TA Director will support HEOR TA on early scientific advice with HTAs (e.g. EU HTA JSC) and attend HTA meetings and/or support negotiations in collaboration with cross-functional and country team members. The Director will cultivate a strong partnership with team members from internal groups including Access, Clinical Development, PCO COE, AQS Biostat, Medical Affairs, and the International Commercial organization. The PCO HTA TA Director will represent Novartis externally and ensure thought leadership in collaboration with external partners (e.g. ISPOR, ISOQOL, PRO/Utility experts). Internally, the Director ensures within HEOR TA and Novartis to drive understanding of HTA requirements for PCO, health utility assessment, and adoption of standards and best practices. About The Role Key Responsibilities Co-leads with the HEOR TA lead the development, delivery and communication of a compelling PCO reimbursement strategy within the HTAP (Health Technology Assessment Strategy Plan), IPAS (Integrated Product Access Strategy), 1BP (One Brand Plan) and aligned with Integrated Evidence Plan (IEP). In partnership with the PCO COE, Global Program Teams, HEOR Leads, HTA Evidence Synthesis, Access, Medical Affairs, and AQS Biostat, ensures that the PCO measurement strategy includes patient reported outcomes and health utilities of relevance for international HTAs and payers into clinical development program. Participates in and co-leads projects on behalf of the OnePCO Alignment Forum to ensure PCOs critical for HTAs and payers are included in clinical trials, non-interventional studies and real-world studies for select assets and coordinates with countries to ensure alignment on local HTA and payer needs. Drive understanding of HTA requirements for PCO, health utility assessment, and adoption of standards and best practices by key markets. Leads health state valuation projects via development and management of Time Trade-Off (TTO) or Standard Gamble (SG) studies where appropriate. Assists in scientific discussions with HTA agencies, particularly scientific advice from EU HTA JSC, NICE, CADTH for PRO/PCO endpoints, MCIDs, and by preparing appropriate briefing documents and dossiers by ensuring robust patient value proposition is included. Develops strategic scientific communication plan including submission and presentation of research in peer-reviewed journals and scientific/methodological congresses. Engages with external thought leaders, identifies research collaborations/partnerships and represents Novartis with external stakeholders (academic institutions, HTA agencies) to monitor and shape the external environment with respect to patient centred outcomes research and evolving evidentiary standards for utility endpoints and ensures awareness of these changes for Novartis. Lead above-brand research projects/initiatives to pilot innovative methodologies for value demonstration and elevate internal standards/best practices within International Value and Access and at Novartis with cross-functional partners. Essential Requirements 8+ years of Pharma Industry experience with 5+ years of experience in HEOR roles in pharmaceutical companies or consulting, with at least 3 years demonstrating specific leadership of health utility projects Advanced Degree in relevant field Experience in evaluating, developing and validating PRO/PCO instruments to meet HTA reimbursement requirements In-depth understanding of key patient centered outcomes measurement systems – e.g., EuroQoL, Quality Metric Short-Form measures, HUI etc. Ability to lead in a cross functional environment Ability to manage multiple priorities in rapidly changing environment Ability to work collaboratively to leverage other HEOR capabilities (strategy, regions, countries, COE PCO) Desirable Requirements Ph.D., M.D., MBA, MSc or equivalent. Strong external interfaces and network: KOLs, clinical research & scientific groups, payers, and policy organizations Experience in conducting and evaluating PCO measures from conceptualization through negotiation with international health authorities. Experience in HTA submissions Location: This role can be based in the UK, London but also in Dublin, Ireland. Benefits: Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally: Novartis Life Handbook Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve. 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? Join our Novartis Network: Not the right Novartis role for you? Sign up to our talent community to stay connected and learn about suitable career opportunities as soon as they come up. Benefits and Rewards: Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally. Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Education and Training Industries Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Novartis Ireland by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr
