Associate Director, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence

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Grania, Barcelos, Braga, PRT
Hybrid
64K-118K Annually
Entry level
Biotech • Pharmaceutical
The Role
Leads data science and AI initiatives that solve complex business problems across Novartis. Responsibilities include data management, statistical analysis, machine learning, visualization, stakeholder storytelling, technology evaluation, exploratory analysis, project coordination, resource planning, governance, and potentially team leadership. The role also contributes to scientific publications, conferences, and advanced analytics strategy while ensuring quality, ethical, safety, and regulatory standards.
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Salary Range:

€63,800.00 - €118,400.00

Job Description Summary

#LI-Hybrid
Location: Ljubljana, Slovenia / Barcelona, Spain
We are hiring four Associate Directors of Data Science and AI.
Are you passionate about using Data Science and Artificial Intelligence to solve complex business problems and make a measurable impact?
As Associate Director, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, you will work across business domains to understand complex and critical challenges and translate them into integrated analytical approaches. You will combine effective data management, statistical methods, machine learning and Artificial Intelligence to generate actionable insights, automate repeatable processes and contribute to solving unmet medical needs.
You will help manage the lifecycle of enterprise data from acquisition or creation through enrichment, consumption, retention and retirement, supporting the availability of useful, clean and accurate data throughout its lifecycle.
Working with stakeholders across the organization, you will translate complex analytical findings into compelling business insights through effective visualization, presentations and contextual storytelling. You will independently help shape strategy, manage budgets, coordinate projects and ensure appropriate resourcing within your area of responsibility.
Where the role has people-management responsibility, you will empower, guide, coach and develop the team.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities
  • Transform the way complex business problems are solved through effective data management, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, statistical methods and Machine Learning.
  • Translate complex analytical findings into clear recommendations for business users, using effective visualization and storytelling to influence strategic decisions, including with senior business leaders.
  • Establish effective approaches to managing data for analytical use and contribute to the development of Novartis data management and Data Science capabilities.
  • Coordinate and prioritise resources across critical initiatives, proactively managing changing requirements, stakeholder expectations, operational risks and competing priorities.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, cross-functional teams, external partners and institutions to solve critical business challenges and identify opportunities for operational efficiency and innovation.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies, scientific software, visualization tools and computational approaches, selecting appropriate tools, data sources and analytical techniques for a broad range of business questions.
  • Provide agile consulting and exploratory analysis for urgent and non-standard business challenges, and independently identify relevant scientific research and apply appropriate methodologies to business problems.
  • Contribute to the external scientific community through peer-reviewed publications, professional conferences and relevant cross-industry working groups.
  • Depending on the career path, lead a team or function or provide deep scientific and technical expertise. Where leading people, empower and develop employees, provide coaching and create an environment that supports effective knowledge sharing, development and performance.
  • Ensure activities meet applicable quality, ethical, health, safety and environmental requirements, including Novartis HSE and ISEC standards and applicable product-reporting responsibilities.

Desirable Skills:
  • Selection and implementation of appropriate data management and Data Science strategies for relevant programs.
  • Achievement of applicable data management and advanced analytics program tollgates and governance endorsement.
  • Successful delivery against agreed KPIs and data management and advanced analytics program objectives.

We offer permanent employment with 6 months of probation period. Submit your application with the CV in Slovenian and English language.


Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen. 


Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: €63,800.00 - €118,400.00 EUR Annually

 

The final salary offered will be determined based on relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with applicable Novartis pay-setting practices.


In addition to base salary, the Spain package may include:

  • Company Pension Plan
  • Life and Accidental Insurance
  • Meals/allowance or office canteen
  • Flexible working hours

Benefits and compensation are subject to applicable local legal requirements and any applicable collective bargaining arrangements. Further details of the full compensation and benefits package applicable to the role and employing entity will be shared during the recruitment process.


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.


Why Novartis

Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?


 

Skills Desired

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Biostatistics, Business Value Creation, Change Management, Curious Mindset, Data Governance, Data Literacy, Data Quality, Data Science, Data Visualization, Deep Learning, Generative AI, Graph Algorithms, Learning Agility, Machine Learning (ML), Machine Learning Algorithms, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Organizational Awareness, Pandas Python Library, Python (Programming Language), R Programming, Stakeholder Engagement, Statistical Analysis, Structured Query Language (SQL), Time Series Analysis

Skills Required

  • Select and implement appropriate data management and data science strategies for relevant programs.
  • Achieve applicable data management and advanced analytics program tollgates and governance endorsement.
  • Deliver agreed KPIs and data management and advanced analytics program objectives.
  • Artificial Intelligence and machine learning expertise.
  • Biostatistics and statistical analysis.
  • Data governance, data literacy, and data quality.
  • Data science, data visualization, and business value creation.
  • Deep learning, generative AI, graph algorithms, and machine learning algorithms.
  • Natural language processing and time series analysis.
  • Python, Pandas, R programming, and SQL.
  • Stakeholder engagement, change management, organizational awareness, curiosity, and learning agility.
  • Submit a CV in Slovenian and English.

Novartis Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Novartis and has not been reviewed or approved by Novartis.

  • Healthcare Strength — Pay and benefits are described as a strong overall package, supported by medical, dental, and vision insurance alongside FSAs/HSAs and disability and life coverage. Mental-health support is reinforced through an employee assistance program with psychological support and a network of mental health first aiders.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout element, with an automatic company contribution plus dollar-for-dollar matching in the 401(k). Additional retirement funding is described through an age-based defined contribution program and access to an employee share purchase plan discount.
  • Parental & Family Support — Family-related benefits are framed as robust, including a global minimum of paid parental leave for new parents following birth or adoption. Added supports include domestic partner coverage, dependent-care resources, and benefits such as adoption assistance and child/elder care options.

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The Company
HQ: Basel
110,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1996

What We Do

Novartis is an innovative medicines company. Every day, working to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives so that patients, healthcare professionals and societies are empowered in the face of serious disease. Our medicines reach more than 250 million people worldwide.

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