Director / Executive Director, Modeling & Simulation (Dual Level Posting)
Core
Lead a high-impact team to build and apply quantitative disease models (QSP, systems biology) for portfolio decision-making across the Novartis pipeline.
Role type
Senior IC modeling leader (Director/Executive Director)
Builds
Mechanistic disease models and simulation platforms for drug discovery and development
Domain
Pharmaceutical R&D / Quantitative Disease Modeling
Deliverable
production ML models | dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Disease modeling, Systems biology, Quantitative pharmacology, Team leadership, Strategy execution, Data integration, Scientific innovation, Stakeholder influence, Methodology development
Preferred skills
AI-enabled modeling, Digital twins, Clinical trial design, Drug discovery lifecycle expertise
Technologies
Simulation software, QSP frameworks, Systems biology tools
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a high-performing team; Define and execute disease modeling strategies; Develop mechanistic disease models; Drive portfolio-level impact; Establish modeling platforms and workflows; Integrate diverse data sources; Lead cross-functional initiatives; Drive scientific excellence; Influence internal and external stakeholders
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with significant leadership scope