Head of Data Governance, Anonymization and Quality

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 (EDM) activities. Support the execution of the BR data strategy by ensuring alignment with business and data governance 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.

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.

• 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 and scientific context, with proven expertise in data analysis, data science, and deriving actionable insights from complex datasets.

• Proven, driven leader, 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

• Proven ability to excel in fast-paced environments, with a strong focus on execution and delivering results

• Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate effectively across organizational boundaries.

• Strong enterprise thinking mindset, particularly with Data Privacy and Enterprise Data Management (EDM) stakeholders