Summary
Location: Barcelona, Spain
As Associate Director - Clinical Data Analytics and Technology, you will help build and lead a new Barcelona-based team shaping the next generation of clinical data capabilities at Novartis. This is a frontline leadership role for someone with deep clinical research and clinical data operations experience who can translate between business, science, data, and technology — connecting clinical needs with analytics, automation, artificial intelligence, machine learning, risk-based quality management, and scalable data platforms. As part of the extended Clinical Data Analytics and Technology leadership group, you will guide a small, agile team, keep them closely connected to integral colleagues, and turn strategic ideas into practical solutions that strengthen clinical trial delivery, data quality, operational efficiency, and decision‑making for patients.
This position is offered on a Hybrid working basis, with an expectation of 12 days per month onsite at our Barcelona Gran Via offices.
About The Role
Key Responsibilities





Lead the transition to next-generation Clinical Data Operations capabilities by embedding analytics, automation, and digital innovation into core processes
Drive adoption of Artificial Intelligence-first strategies and emerging technologies to accelerate transformation and operational excellence
Mentor and develop talent in clinical data analytics, Risk Based Quality Management (RbQM) and technology solutions
Execute the Clinical Data Operations Artificial Intelligence innovation strategy, translating strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes
Lead cross-functional initiatives across Global Clinical Operations and Clinical Data Operations to advance company priorities and portfolio objectives
Oversee end-to-end Clinical Data Analytics and Technology activities, including analytics, reporting, visualization, risk-based quality management (RbQM), and technology implementation
Develop innovative approaches fo

📌 Associate Director (Barcelona)
🏢 Novartis
📍 Barcelona