Associate Director-Real World Evidence

Summary

The Associate Director, Real-World Evidence role focuses on operational execution of Non-Interventional Studies (NIS) and Real-World Evidence (RWE) generation projects to support US Medical Affairs strategic priorities across all priority therapeutic areas. This role leads a team of RWE professionals in Hyderabad, building internal execution capabilities and ensuring high quality timely delivery of RWE studies. The Associate Director will work as part of a unified global team, collaborating closely with colleagues across the US and Ireland to advance evidence generation objectives.

This role supports the evidence generation function with a primary focus on operational excellence in study execution, team development, and quality oversight. The associate director will build the capabilities of the Hyderabad-based team to transition into robust internal execution, supporting Novartis's value proposition across US Medical Affairs priority therapeutic areas.

The associate director will collaborate closely with global associates to deliver impactful, scientifically rigorous RWE that supports patient access, clinical decision-making, and addresses knowledge gaps. The role requires strong project management skills, people leadership capabilities, and the ability to work effectively in a matrixed, global environment.

About The Role

Associate Director, Real-World Evidence

Location – Hyderabad Hybrid

Major Responsibilities

• Operational Study Execution - Lead end-to-end execution of RWE studies ensuring adherence to protocols, timelines, and quality standards. Oversee study design implementation, data analysis planning, and deliverable generation.
• Team Leadership & Development - manage and mentor approximately 3-5 managers who oversee approximately 12-15 research associates. Build team capabilities through coaching, training, and professional development initiatives.
• Quality Oversight - ensure all evidence generation activities meet scientific rigor, regulatory compliance, and internal quality standards. Implement quality control processes, conduct project reviews, and drive continuous improvement in methodologies and outputs.
• Internal Capability Building - develop and standardize processes, templates, and methodologies to enhance internal study execution capabilities. Drive the transition to internally executed studies, building institutional knowledge and expertise.
• Team collaboration - work closely with colleagues in the US and Ireland as part of a unified team. Also, collaborate with therapeutic area evidence generation associates, RWE associates, and other stakeholders to deliver quality outputs
• Project & Resource Management - work closely with managers on the team to prioritize and allocate resources across multiple concurrent projects. Track project timelines, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure efficient utilization of team capabilities and resources
• Stakeholder Communication - provide regular project updates to RWE head, evidence generation leadership and stakeholders. Communicate complex analytical findings clearly to diverse audiences. Contribute to strategic planning discussions and evidence generation road maps.
• Scientific Contribution - support development of study protocols, lead statistical analysis plans, and research outputs. Review and approve analytical approaches, results interpretation, and study reports to ensure scientific validity.

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Preferred Requirements

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Leadership and Organizational Behaviors

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Skills Required

Project Management, outcomes research