Overview

Executive Director Evidence Generation (TA) – 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. You will 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.

About The Role

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 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. It is our associates who drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us.

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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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