Associate Director Evidence Partnerships

Location: Hyderabad, India

Are you ready to reimagine how evidence shapes the future of medicine? As Associate Director Evidence Partnerships & Solutions, you'll be at the forefront of pioneering strategic collaborations and innovative methodologies that drive impactful evidence generation across therapeutic areas. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence global healthcare outcomes by integrating cutting-edge technologies and real-world data into the development of life-changing treatments. Join us in shaping the future of evidence excellence at Novartis.

• Drive identification and scaling of strategic partnerships and solutions aligned with business priorities
• Pilot innovative methodologies and digital tools to enhance evidence generation impact and scalability
• Recommend fit-for-purpose data and integrated evidence solutions to support product access and adoption
• Translate evidence generation needs into scalable technology requirements in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Connect internal and external stakeholders to ensure consistent implementation of advanced solutions
• Promote adoption of novel scientific methods including pragmatic studies and hybrid trial models
• Develop learning content and toolkits to support new evidence capabilities across global teams
• Build and evaluate partnerships with medical societies, academic institutes, and data owners
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and ethical standards in partnership and solution development
• Maintain data quality and integrity across research initiatives in alignment with global best practices

• Advanced degree or equivalent education/degree in life science/healthcare required. MBA or equivalent preferred
• Minimum 10 years experience and 5 years' in pharma, academic research, or healthcare with focus on evidence generation
• Proven expertise in interventional and non-interventional trial design and RWE methodologies
• Strong understanding of global regulatory and access environments
• Excellent communication skills with ability to simplify complex scientific concepts
• Experience working across geographies and navigating global healthcare systems

• Prior experience in strategic partnerships and alliances, including managing external scientific collaborations
• Strong leadership background in international, multidisciplinary drug development or country-level product teams

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?

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Division

Development

Business Unit

Universal Hierarchy Node

Location

India

Site

Hyderabad (Office)

Company / Legal Entity

IN10 (FCRS = IN010) Novartis Healthcare Private Limited

Functional Area

Research & Development

Job Type

Full time

Employment Type

Regular

Shift Work

No

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