Program Execution Lead, Data42

Join Our Team at data42
At data42, part of Novartis Biomedical Research, our vision is to empower and inspire Novartis' research and development community in harnessing inter-connected multimodal internal and external data in a securely governed platform.
We strive to accelerate research across a continuum of research, development, and medical efforts to unlock insights leading to the discovery and development of new medicines for patients.
As a Program Execution Lead, you will work closely with the science team to manage priority projects, such as the "Golden use-cases" within data42, a leading data analytics platform for Novartis research and development.
You will be a key member of the operations team, establishing best practices for impactful use cases.
Your responsibilities include overseeing, coordinating, and monitoring activities to generate valuable business insights.
This role will also encompass extensive stakeholder management, facilitating collaborations within the company and driving projects aimed at serving a wide customer base within Novartis.
As a leader within data42, you will be required to contribute to the continuous evolution of the team by being an enthusiastic, cooperative, and collaborative team player, as well as a mentor to junior members.
This role offers an opportunity to bring your open-mindedness and innovative attitude to this high-visibility, pioneering team
About the Role
Responsibilities:
Partnering with the science delivery team to ensure operational management of priority projects, such as "Golden use-cases" within data42.
Building expertise to codify repeatable best practices related to achieving impactful use cases.
Providing project oversight including coordination and monitoring of activities performed by data42 teams and stakeholders to analyze data for valuable insights.
Collaborating closely with the scientific lead responsible for the disease area of the project.
Managing projects from startup to completion, ensuring successful delivery.
Planning, organizing, setting priorities, managing risks, and providing status reports.
Ensuring quality standards, documentation, reusability, and continuous improvement of deliverables following data42 governance.
Leading diverse teams to achieve project goals.
Maintaining clear communication across platform teams—operations, data, and technology.
Creating transparency, identifying bottlenecks, and sharing learnings with teams.
Requirements:
Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
At least 10 years of professional experience in project/program management in a complex environment, including technology, data engineering, and data science.
5+ years of life science or healthcare experience.
3+ years of cross-functional leadership, with strong relationship-building and communication skills.
Knowledge of product leadership, Agile, Lean, and OKRs methodologies.
Medical knowledge to understand scientific questions and challenge business owners.
Deep understanding of users and technology options.
Knowledge of Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs).
Proficiency in English (written and oral).
A Master's degree in business administration.
Experience in drug discovery and/or development.
Experience with Agile and/or Lean methodologies.
Experience working in innovation, startups, or digital/tech environments.
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