Manager - Real World Evidence (RWE) Acceleration

Manager-RWE Acceleration Job Description Summary The manager, RWE acceleration will lead the NOCC Hyderabad based RWE acceleration team within the RWE team of Novartis US medical affairs. This is a distinct operational capability focused on translating RWE data strategy decisions into executable workflows. The manager will serve as the India anchor for real-world data operationalization, working in close coordination with the US RWE acceleration team to implement frameworks, evaluate data assets, and integrate platforms that support evidence generation across the Novartis portfolio. Job Description Location: Hyderabad #Hybrid Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of associates focused on vendor and data landscape evaluation and platform integration Serve as the operational bridge between and NOCC Hyderabad data acceleration activities and the US data strategy team Oversee real-world data source assessments across claims, EHR, patient registries, and emerging AI based data platforms Implementation of real-world data platforms and tooling (data42) within NOCC Hyderabad teams workflows Collaborate with the scientific data analytics and research analytics managers in NOCC Hyderabad to align data infrastructure with study execution needs Contribute to the RWE function’s internal capability scaling goals Represent the NOCC Hyderabad RWE acceleration workstream in cross-functional planning discussions with the US RWE associates Ensure data access governance, feasibility documentation, and vendor evaluation outputs meet Novartis quality standards Essential Requirements: Comprehensive knowledge of real-world data sources. Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements, specifically FDA guidance on observational studies. Exposure to oncology, cardiorenal metabolic, nephrology, immunology, and neuroscience therapeutic areas. Familiarity with AI-enabled real-world evidence and real-world data tools. Prior experience managing teams in matrixed team environment. Ability to develop and motivate specialized team in a newly created team with limited precedent; Creates clarity and direction in an ambiguous environment. Translate strategy into structured repeatable workflows; Builds processes from scratch and holds team to delivery standards. Comfortable across both data landscape and platform/tooling tracks; credible with both scientific and technical team members. Builds effective working relationships across geographies and functions; Navigates matrix reporting structures effectively. Desirable Requirement : Bachelor’s degree in a field such as epidemiology, biostatistics, statistics, bioinformatics, economics or equivalent and 10+ years conducting research in the pharma industry, contract research organization, or academic institute; or experience in a closely related discipline within the pharma industry (e.g., clinical research, statistics, epidemiology, pricing). Master’s degree in a field such as epidemiology, biostatistics, statistics, bioinformatics, economics or similar. And 7+ years of experience conducting research in the pharma industry, contract research organization, or academic institute; or experience in a closely related discipline within the pharma industry. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve. Accessibility and accommodation Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to diversityandincl.india@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message. Skills Desired Building Constructions, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Drug Development, Hazard Identification (HAZID), Health Sciences, Immunology, Intensive Care UnIT (Icu) (Inactive), Internal Controls, Internal Medicine, Internet Protocol Suite, Job Description (Inactive), Medical Information, Organizing, Patient Care, Stakeholder Engagement, Utilization Management (Um) (Inactive) Experience Level Mid Level