Associate Director, US Advisor, Privacy & AI Ethics, Risk & Compliance

Novartis • East Hanover, NJ

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About The Position

As a member of the US Data Privacy, Digital & AI (DPDAI) team, the Associate Director provides advice and guidance on DPDAI topics to US Novartis stakeholders. The role also supports the development of related training, policies, and guidelines, as well as the tracking and operationalization of compliance with DPDAI-related laws. In addition, the Associate Director identifies, assesses, and supports the effective management of DPDAI risks to enable innovation while preserving the integrity and reputation of Novartis.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 5+ years of experience in privacy roles with significant exposure to US privacy and AI regulatory environments
• Exposure to healthcare/life sciences or other highly regulated industry
• Proactive, self-starter with strong communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders
• Ability to implement policy or program updates with business and cross-functional partners
• Ability to manage complex issues in a large, heavily matrixed organization
• Experience conducting privacy and/or AI risk assessments, compliance, or governance activities
• Familiarity with privacy technology tools

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and guidance on DPDAI topics to US Novartis stakeholders and functions including marketing and advertising technology, omnichannel engagement, clinical R&D, US federal and state privacy and AI laws.
• Support incorporating DPDAI requirements within business processes to support Privacy and AI by Design, particularly for management, oversight, and governance of digital assets and consent management solutions.
• Collaborate with the US DPDAI team to create, implement, and manage US guidance, policies, procedures, and training aligned with the global Novartis DPDAI program and US business and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with business, global DPDAI, and ERC stakeholders to identify, assess, and manage DPDAI risks, including compliance with US privacy and AI laws.
• Manage implementation of DPDAI risk management controls and reporting to DPDAI Monitoring & Reporting functions.
• Conduct privacy and AI risk assessments.
• Monitor evolving US privacy and AI regulatory environments and enforcement trends.
• Support the Head of DPDAI Region Americas and US in designing and executing the US DPDAI strategy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director