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Global Head - Global Clinical Operations (GCO) - Technology & AI(m/w/x)

Basel
Full-timeWith Home OfficeSenior
AI/ML

Leading AI and digital strategy for clinical trial execution in pharma. 10+ years senior leadership in regulated industries required. Accommodation for medical conditions, detailed essential functions.

Requirements

  • 10+ years senior leadership in digital, data, or technology roles
  • Experience in pharma, CRO, biotech, or regulated industries
  • Experience in GXP-regulated environment
  • Deep understanding of clinical operations systems
  • Proven track record scaling AI/ML solutions in regulated environments
  • Excellent track record delivering large-scale digital transformations
  • Strong knowledge of drug development and GxP standards
  • Success leading large, global, multidisciplinary teams
  • Success leading enterprise-level transformation programs
  • Change-first mindset
  • Ability to inspire, influence, and bring people through transformation
  • Strategic yet pragmatic approach
  • Strong execution bias and focus on outcomes
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Credibility to partner with senior leaders
  • High emotional intelligence
  • Ability to lead through complexity and ambiguity
  • Ability to lead in a matrix environment
  • Advanced degree in Technology, Data Science, Engineering, Life Sciences or equivalent
  • MBA or equivalent leadership qualification advantageous

Tasks

  • Define and lead GCO digital, operational data, and AI strategy
  • Align strategy with Novartis enterprise priorities
  • Advise GCO Leadership Team on digital transformation and technology investments
  • Lead transformation from manual to AI-enabled workflows
  • Deliver AI, data analytics, and technology platform capabilities
  • Identify and prioritize high-value AI and GenAI use cases
  • Ensure measurable outcomes in a regulated environment
  • Oversee platform roadmaps, vendor partnerships, and cybersecurity
  • Maintain data privacy and quality standards
  • Lead and inspire a global team of 80 professionals
  • Build capabilities in AI, data science, and analytics
  • Drive change management with a people focus
  • Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of technology and AI initiatives
  • Maintain compliance with GxP, data integrity, and regulatory requirements
  • Establish scalable governance and operating frameworks

Work Experience

  • 10 years

Education

  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • CTMS
  • eTMF
  • RTSM
  • clinical data platforms
  • AI
  • ML

Benefits

Other Benefits

  • Reasonable accommodation for medical condition or disability
  • Detailed information about essential functions
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