Job Description Summary Location: Basel, Switzerland
#LI-Hybrid 3 days/week in office
Internal job title: Head of Data Governance, Anonymization and Quality, Data42
About the Role Data42 is Novartis’ enterprise data and AI platform, bringing together clinical, research, and real world data to power advanced analytics and accelerate the discovery and development of innovative medicines.
As part of the Data42 leadership team, the Head of Data Governance, Anonymization and Quality will establish and enforce frameworks, standards, and controls to ensure data and process integrity, regulatory compliance, and the delivery of high‑quality, trusted information across the organization. The role is responsible for the anonymization of patient data to enable secondary research while safeguarding privacy and compliance requirements, and co‑leads the Biomedical Research (BR) Governance Board in partnership with the Head of Data/E‑DO to drive effective data governance and decision‑making.
Job Description Key Responsibilities
Define and implement data governance policies and standards for BR, ensuring consistency, integrity, and compliance across the organization
Partner with the Head of Data and Platform to embed data governance principles into technology solutions, including “data governance as code”
Lead the anonymization of Novartis patient‑level data to enable compliant secondary research use on data42
Collaborate closely with the Head of Data on enterprise data management activities, including governance frameworks such as the BR Data Governance Board charter
Play a key role in shaping and executing the BR data strategy, ensuring alignment with business priorities and regulatory requirements
Monitor and continuously improve data governance and data quality practices across BR, driving accountability and measurable outcomes
Ensure ongoing audit readiness by maintaining robust controls, documentation, and compliance processes
Serve as Deputy Enterprise Data Officer (EDO), providing leadership, guidance, and continuity in data governance and oversight activities
Essential Requirements
15+ Years of experience in Data Governance or related field, with strong interest in Governance and Application of AI
PhD or MSc in Statistics, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Biostatistics, or a related quantitative discipline.
Experience in drug discovery and/or life sciences, with an understanding of data‑driven research environments and familiarity with clinical data and real world data, paired with an advanced knowledge in bioinformatics, computer science, or related quantitative disciplines.
Solid understanding and practical application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in a business or scientific context, with proven expertise in data analysis, data science, and deriving actionable insights from complex datasets.
Proven leadership experience, with a strong track record in leading and developing high‑performing global teams
Extensive experience in defining and delivering enterprise data strategies aligned to business objectives
Track record of driving innovation and embedding new technologies or data‑driven approaches at scale
Ability to thrive in dynamic environments and a strong execution mindset to drive outcomes and deliver results
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across organizational boundaries and cross‑functionally, with a strong enterprise thinking mindset, particularly with Data Privacy and Enterprise Data Management (EDM) stakeholders, with excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior leadership level
Desirable Requirements
Scientific background would be an advantage
Cybersecurity interest or experience, related to data security
Familiarity with Palantir Foundry
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Accessibility and Accommodation Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to receive more detailed information about the essential functions of a position, please send an e‑mail to diversity.inclusion_ch@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
#LI-Hybrid 3 days/week in office
Internal job title: Head of Data Governance, Anonymization and Quality, Data42
About the Role Data42 is Novartis’ enterprise data and AI platform, bringing together clinical, research, and real world data to power advanced analytics and accelerate the discovery and development of innovative medicines.
As part of the Data42 leadership team, the Head of Data Governance, Anonymization and Quality will establish and enforce frameworks, standards, and controls to ensure data and process integrity, regulatory compliance, and the delivery of high‑quality, trusted information across the organization. The role is responsible for the anonymization of patient data to enable secondary research while safeguarding privacy and compliance requirements, and co‑leads the Biomedical Research (BR) Governance Board in partnership with the Head of Data/E‑DO to drive effective data governance and decision‑making.
Job Description Key Responsibilities
Define and implement data governance policies and standards for BR, ensuring consistency, integrity, and compliance across the organization
Partner with the Head of Data and Platform to embed data governance principles into technology solutions, including “data governance as code”
Lead the anonymization of Novartis patient‑level data to enable compliant secondary research use on data42
Collaborate closely with the Head of Data on enterprise data management activities, including governance frameworks such as the BR Data Governance Board charter
Play a key role in shaping and executing the BR data strategy, ensuring alignment with business priorities and regulatory requirements
Monitor and continuously improve data governance and data quality practices across BR, driving accountability and measurable outcomes
Ensure ongoing audit readiness by maintaining robust controls, documentation, and compliance processes
Serve as Deputy Enterprise Data Officer (EDO), providing leadership, guidance, and continuity in data governance and oversight activities
Essential Requirements
15+ Years of experience in Data Governance or related field, with strong interest in Governance and Application of AI
PhD or MSc in Statistics, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Biostatistics, or a related quantitative discipline.
Experience in drug discovery and/or life sciences, with an understanding of data‑driven research environments and familiarity with clinical data and real world data, paired with an advanced knowledge in bioinformatics, computer science, or related quantitative disciplines.
Solid understanding and practical application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in a business or scientific context, with proven expertise in data analysis, data science, and deriving actionable insights from complex datasets.
Proven leadership experience, with a strong track record in leading and developing high‑performing global teams
Extensive experience in defining and delivering enterprise data strategies aligned to business objectives
Track record of driving innovation and embedding new technologies or data‑driven approaches at scale
Ability to thrive in dynamic environments and a strong execution mindset to drive outcomes and deliver results
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across organizational boundaries and cross‑functionally, with a strong enterprise thinking mindset, particularly with Data Privacy and Enterprise Data Management (EDM) stakeholders, with excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior leadership level
Desirable Requirements
Scientific background would be an advantage
Cybersecurity interest or experience, related to data security
Familiarity with Palantir Foundry
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Accessibility and Accommodation Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to receive more detailed information about the essential functions of a position, please send an e‑mail to diversity.inclusion_ch@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
