Clinical Data Strategy Manager London

Responsible for implementing high-quality, data strategy planning within clinical programs, supporting downstream clinical assessment identification and selection, data collection consistency and facilitating robust, rapid decision-making across the Translational Medicine portfolio. The role supports the development and execution of indication, program and trial Data Strategy Plans, ensuring alignment of data collection with scientific and operational objectives and enabling effective handoff to clinical trial teams for execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute/support end-to-end data strategy activities at the trial and program level, including development of Data Strategy Plans to support early data planning and risk assessment, and downstream data oversight through subject matter guidance around data visualization and exploration to ensure high-quality outputs that support clinical trial teams and enable data-driven decision-making.
• Contribute to early data strategy landscaping at the indication and focus area level by utilizing internal and external data sources (e.g., internal data repositories, articles/RWE data) to identify trends, insights, and opportunities for supporting trial design and translating these into fit-for-purpose data collection and oversight approaches at the study level.
• Advise on the selection, implementation, risk assessment and oversight of appropriate clinical assessments to support assigned clinical trials, particularly in the Neuroscience Therapeutic Area, with an understanding of population challenges, patient/caregiver/assessor needs and preferences and the criticality of consistency in collection and analysis.

Essential Requirements

• Multi-year experience in the pharmaceutical, CRO, hospital or healthcare setting, ideally with a strong foundation in clinical trial planning/strategy and data collection/oversight.
• Robust knowledge and management of COAs/PROs and specific assessments used in Neuroscience trials and patient populations (ideally with additional knowledge in other therapeutic areas).
• Knowledge of drug development processes and regulations.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and work adaptably in a fast-paced environment, and to be comfortable with ambiguity, changing needs and with global, multi-disciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and collaboration.

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen. In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave. You may be eligible for a company vehicle or a car allowance in accordance with the applicable local Novartis policies and guidelines.

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.

Skills Desired

• Budget Management
• Clinical Research
• Clinical Trial Protocols
• Clinical Trials
• Coaching
• Data Analysis
• Data Integrity
• Learning Design
• Lifesciences
• Risk Monitoring
• Trend Analysis

Novartis is an equal opportunities employer.