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Principal Clinical Data Scientist

Novartis
Novartis
8-12 years
Not Disclosed
10 July 1, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

Principal Clinical Data Scientist – Novartis (Mumbai/Hyderabad, India)

Job Summary:

Novartis is hiring a Principal Clinical Data Scientist to lead data operations across clinical development programs (Phase I–IV). Based in Mumbai or Hyderabad in a Hybrid setup, you will drive clinical data strategy, data governance, and GCP-compliant data practices across high-impact trials. Ideal for senior professionals in data science and clinical data management, this role offers global exposure and leadership in a fast-paced pharmaceutical R&D environment.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead clinical data science activities across medium to large clinical trials (Phase I–IV)

  • Oversee internal and external data managers and ensure project-level data decisions

  • Implement consistent and compliant data management practices

  • Ensure data architecture aligns with regulatory and submission requirements

  • Drive data quality, governance, profiling, and integration across therapeutic programs

  • Coordinate audit readiness, preparation, and inspection response for data operations

  • Develop and execute scalable training strategies and knowledge-sharing models

  • Identify and resolve protocol-related issues impacting data flow or analysis

  • Represent the Data Operations function in global cross-functional teams


Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven expertise in clinical data management, data governance, and clinical data science

  • Strong background in data architecture, data profiling, and master data strategy

  • Experience with global GCP and FDA clinical regulatory requirements

  • Proficiency in data review tools and listings generation

  • Excellent project management and cross-functional collaboration skills

  • Ability to lead data functions independently across complex global programs

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement capabilities


Perks & Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation (not explicitly stated)

  • Global project exposure in a leading pharmaceutical organization

  • Access to Novartis's comprehensive benefits and rewards programs

  • Hybrid work model based in Mumbai or Hyderabad

  • Inclusive, purpose-driven work culture focused on scientific innovation


Company Description:

Novartis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical leader driving medical breakthroughs in oncology, immunology, neuroscience, and more. With a mission to reimagine medicine, Novartis empowers professionals to make a global impact through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.


Work Mode:

Hybrid – Mumbai or Hyderabad, India


Call-to-Action:

Ready to lead global clinical data strategies and influence data science in pharmaceutical R&D? Apply now to join Novartis as a Principal Clinical Data Scientist and help reimagine the future of healthcare.