Manager-RWE Research Analytics at Novartis

Hyderabad, Telangana, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

People Leadership, Team Development, Scientific Oversight, Quality Assurance, Individual Contribution, Cross-functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, RWE Methodologies, Study Design, Scientific Communication, Observational Studies, Data Analysis, Performance Management, Goal Setting, Career Development, Scientific Rigor

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Job Description Summary The manager, RWE research analytics provides scientific leadership and people management for a team of Research Analysts responsible for the design, execution, and interpretation of observational studies and RWE projects. This role balances team leadership responsibilities with hands-on individual contributor work on complex or high-priority studies, ensuring scientific excellence across the portfolio while developing team capabilities. The manager serves as the primary point of accountability for Research Analyst deliverables, partnering closely with Scientific Data Analyst counterparts to ensure seamless collaboration between the scientific and technical tracks Job Description Manager - RWE Research Analytics Location – Hyderabad # LI Hybrid Major Responsibilities: People Leadership & Team Development (40-50%) Lead, coach, and develop a team of Research Analysts, setting clear expectations and providing regular feedback on performance and growth Conduct performance reviews, goal setting, and career development conversations; support team members’ professional growth within the Research Analyst career ladder Manage workload allocation across the team, matching study complexity to analyst experience levels and development goals Foster a collaborative team culture that emphasizes scientific rigor, continuous learning, and effective partnership with Scientific Data Analysts Support hiring and onboarding of new Research Analysts; ensure consistent application of scientific standards across the team Identify skill gaps and coordinate training or mentorship to build team capabilities in RWE methodologies, study design, and scientific communication Scientific Oversight & Quality Assurance (25-30%) Provide scientific oversight and quality review for Research Analyst deliverables including protocols, SOPs, study reports, and stakeholder communications Ensure studies are designed with methodological rigor, appropriate for the research question, and aligned with regulatory and organizational standards Serve as escalation point for complex methodological questions or scientific challenges; provide guidance on study design decisions Review and approve codelists specifications and variable definitions before handoff to Scientific Data Analysts Champion scientific quality standards and contribute to continuous improvement of team processes and templates Individual Contributor Work (20-30%) Serve as lead Research Analyst on select high complexity or strategically important studies, maintaining hands on scientific expertise Author protocols, SOPs, and study reports for assigned projects; present findings to stakeholders and cross-functional partners Conduct feasibility assessments and provide scientific input on new study requests Contribute to scientific publications, conference presentations, and thought leadership activities Cross-functional Collaboration &Stakeholder Management (10-15%) Partner with Scientific Data analytics Manager/Team Leader to ensure effective collaboration between scientific and technical tracks; jointly resolve resource conflicts or workflow issues Serve as key liaison between the Research Analytics team and medical affairs stakeholders including the US RWE team Participate in portfolio planning discussions, providing input on study prioritization, resource requirements, and timeline feasibility Represent the Research Analytics function in cross-functional governance meetings and evidence generation planning Minimum Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s degree in a field such as epidemiology, biostatistics, statistics, bioinformatics, economics or equivalent and 6+ years conducting research in the pharma industry, contract research organization, or academic institute; or experience in a closely related discipline within the pharma industry (e.g., clinical research, statistics, epidemiology, pricing). Or Master’s degree in a field such as epidemiology, biostatistics, statistics, bioinformatics, economics or similar. And 4+ years of experience conducting research in the pharma industry, contract research organization, or academic institute; or experience in a closely related discipline within the pharma industry. Or PhD in a field such as epidemiology, biostatistics, statistics, bioinformatics, economics or similar. And 2+ years of experience conducting research in the pharma industry, contract research organization, or academic institute; or experience in a closely related discipline within the pharma industry. Demonstrated track record of independently leading observational studies from design through reporting Experience managing or mentoring junior researchers, with evidence of developing others’ capabilities Strong portfolio of scientific deliverables Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders in pharmaceutical or healthcare settings Deep expertise in RWE study designs Strong understanding of real-world data sources, their applications, and limitations Working knowledge of medical coding systems and ability to define and review codelist specifications Familiarity with regulatory requirements for RWE in pharma Ability to motivate, develop, and hold team members creating a supportive environment deep expertise in RWE methods with commitment to rigorous high quality evidence generation Ability to balance day-to-day execution with longer-term team and capability building Skilled at translating complex scientific concepts for diverse audiences; comfortable presenting to senior stakeholders Builds effective partnerships across functions; navigates matrixed environments successfully Comfortable shifting between manager and IC responsibilities based on business needs Desired Skills: Quality and timeliness of team deliverables against committed timelines Team engagement, retention, and development Stakeholder satisfaction with Research Analyst outputs and partnership Scientific impact of evidence generated Effectiveness of partnership with Scientific Data Analytics function Personal contribution on IC assignments Act in accordance with the Novartis Values and Behaviors in all aspects of the job Why Novartis: Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives, and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture You’ll receive: You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards 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. Join our Novartis Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network. 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Responsibilities

This role involves providing scientific leadership and people management for a team of Research Analysts executing observational studies and RWE projects, balancing team leadership with hands-on work on complex studies. The manager is accountable for Research Analyst deliverables, ensuring scientific excellence and developing team capabilities through coaching, performance management, and skill gap identification.