Global pharma leader Novartis is actively hiring for Associate Clinical Data Scientist and Associate Clinical Database Developer roles in Hyderabad. These roles sit within Clinical Data Management (CDM) and offer a strong entry point into clinical data science, database programming, and drug development operations.
If youโre aiming to build a career in clinical research, data management, or pharmacovigilance-adjacent domains, this opportunity provides exposure to GCP-compliant data workflows, SAE reconciliation, and clinical database lifecycle management.
๐ Job Overview
- Company: Novartis
- Location: Hyderabad (Office-based)
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Application Deadline: April 3, 2026
- Roles Available:
- Associate Clinical Data Scientist
- Associate Clinical Database Developer
๐ Key Responsibilities (Both Roles)
- Support clinical data management deliverables aligned with timelines, cost, and quality
- Assist in clinical database development, validation checks, and reporting
- Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and database setup
- Perform data review including third-party & lab data integration
- Conduct SAE reconciliation and coding activities
- Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP guidelines and SOPs
- Contribute to audit readiness, CAPA management, and quality compliance
- Maintain accurate tracking of data management activities and deliverables
- Report adverse events or technical complaints within 24 hours
- Support development of training materials and operational documentation
๐ฏ Required Qualifications
- Degree in B.Pharm / M.Pharm / Life Sciences / Data Science / Related field
- Strong understanding of:
- Clinical Data Management (CDM)
- Databases & Data Entry
- Data validation & quality checks
- Skills:
- Detail-oriented approach
- Strong collaboration & communication
- Analytical mindset
- Language: Fluent English
๐ก Preferred Skills (High SEO Value Keywords)
- Clinical Data Management tools
- Database programming / clinical database setup
- SAE reconciliation
- GCP compliance knowledge
- Data coding (MedDRA exposure is a plus)
- Clinical trial data review
๐ Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- High-quality data delivery for analysis & reporting
- Zero critical audit findings
- Timely completion of CDM deliverables
- Compliance with Novartis policies & global standards
- Positive stakeholder & project feedback
๐ฐ Salary & Benefits (Estimated)
- Salary Range: โน4.5 โ โน8.5 LPA (based on experience)
- Exposure to global clinical trials & drug development lifecycle
- Opportunity to work with advanced clinical data systems
- Career progression into:
- Clinical Data Scientist
- Data Analyst (Clinical)
- CDM Lead / Manager
๐ Why This Role is Important for Your Career
These roles are strategically positioned between:
- Clinical Operations
- Biostatistics
- Pharmacovigilance
You gain hands-on exposure to:
- Clinical databases (EDC systems)
- Data cleaning & validation workflows
- Regulatory-grade data handling
This is one of the fastest-growing career tracks in pharma + AI-driven healthcare analytics.
๐ฉ How to Apply
Application Link For Associate Clinical Data Scientist
Application Link For Associate Clinical Database Developer
