Clinical Data SME | Clinical Research Job at Novartis India
Passionate about transforming clinical trial data into insights that change lives? Join Novartis as a Clinical Data SME – data, where you’ll play a key role in driving innovation through data and AI. This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of clinical research and shape the future of life science careers in a global pharmaceutical leader.
About the Company:
Novartis is a global healthcare company reimagining medicine to improve and extend people’s lives. Through cutting-edge science and technology, Novartis drives innovation in drug discovery, data analytics, and AI-powered research. With a presence in over 140 countries, Novartis fosters a culture of collaboration, diversity, and purpose-driven excellence that empowers professionals to make a meaningful impact.
Job Overview:
As a Clinical Data SME – data, you will be the expert on clinical trial data within Novartis’ data
42 initiative—a groundbreaking platform combining data science and AI to accelerate drug discovery and improve patient outcomes. You’ll collaborate with data engineers, scientists, and stakeholders to ensure data quality, standardization, and transformation across large-scale research programs.Qualifications:
- Degree in life sciences, statistics, or informatics preferred.
- 3–5 years of experience handling clinical trial data in the pharmaceutical or CRO industry.
- Strong knowledge of CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM) and data dictionaries like MedDRA.
- Hands-on experience in data transformation tools such as SQL, SAS, Python, or R.
- Familiarity with clinical study documents like protocols and CSRs.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with data engineers and scientists to evaluate data feasibility and usability.
- Interpret and transform clinical trial datasets, focusing on pooling and quality validation.
- Conduct data quality assessments and identify inconsistencies across multiple trials.
- Document transformation logic and share domain knowledge with cross-functional teams.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within data42 to enhance data-driven research.
Skills Required:
- Strong analytical and data interpretation abilities.
- Proficiency in coding for data transformation (SQL, Python, R, SAS).
- Deep understanding of clinical data management and regulatory standards.
- Excellent team collaboration and communication skills.
- Ability to work in agile, cross-functional, and global environments.
Join Novartis’ data team and be part of a mission that’s redefining how clinical research fuels innovation. This is your chance to advance your life science career and contribute to breakthroughs that transform healthcare globally.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply through the Novartis Careers Portal or join the Novartis Talent Network to stay updated on future opportunities.
