Head, Evidence Generation
About this role
Job Description Summary
Ready to transform how evidence generation shapes patient outcomes on a global scale? As Head Global Evidence Generation, you will lead the end-to-end strategy for Integrated Evidence Plans across the product lifecycle – with focus on Phase IV studies, non-interventional and real-world evidence programmes. You will develop and apply innovative approaches to evidence generation, including the use of AI and technology. At the heart of this role is leadership: you will build, inspire and develop a high-performing global evidence organisation, fostering a culture of trust, inclusion, accountability and scientific excellence. Operating at the centre of Global Medical Affairs, you will be closely connected with our therapeutic area teams, embed cutting-edge methodologies including advanced analytics and artificial intelligence, and ensure that evidence generation remains globally aligned, scientifically rigorous and fit for purpose. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of evidence generation, empower teams to deliver at scale, and ultimately accelerate access, adoption and meaningful outcomes for patients worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Define and develop Integrated Evidence Plans for the portfolio, ensuring high-quality, timely and impactful delivery
- Drive innovation in evidence generation approaches, integrating new methodologies, including advanced analytics and AI, to meet evolving scientific, regulatory and stakeholder needs
- Own the vision and governance for integrated evidence planning across therapeutic areas, ensuring consistency and excellence
- Champion the use of advanced technologies, including data science and artificial intelligence, to accelerate and enhance evidence generation
- Lead a global evidence generation organisation, building a high-performing, inclusive team and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence
- Strengthen cross-functional collaboration across clinical development, value and access and health economics and outcomes research
- Drive alignment, ensuring evidence strategies are feasible, relevant and effectively implemented
- Shape and evolve the global evidence operating model, optimising roles, resources and capabilities to meet strategic priorities
- Represent Novartis externally, engaging with regulators, academia and professional organisations to influence the future of evidence generation
- Essential for the role:
- Advanced degree (Medical Doctor, Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Pharmacy or equivalent) in life sciences, public health or a related field
- 10+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical, clinical research, healthcare environments or academia including global leadership roles
- Ability to apply AI and technology at scale to simplify and accelerate the delivery of the evidence required to support stakeholder needs
- Proven expertise in evidence generation across interventional and non-interventional studies and real-world evidence programmes
- Demonstrated ability to lead and deliver integrated evidence strategies across the full product lifecycle
- Strong leadership experience managing global, cross-functional teams and building high-performing, inclusive organisations
- Deep understanding of regulatory, access and stakeholder requirements for evidence generation across global markets
- Strong collaboration and influencing skills, with experience operating effectively across complex, matrixed organisations
- Proven ability to drive innovation in evidence generation, including the use of advanced data, analytics, artificial intelligence and emerging methodologies to generate insights and inform strategy
- Desirable for the role:
- Experience generating evidence for late-stage or peri-approval assets within the pharmaceutical development lifecycle
- Strong external presence with an established network in evidence generation, including connections across academia, industry or regulatory bodies
- 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.