FAQs
What is the job title for this position?
The job title for this position is Data Steward.
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Hyderabad, India, and operates in a hybrid format.
What are the main responsibilities of a Data Steward?
The main responsibilities include creating and maintaining Master Data, supporting data consolidation, ensuring data quality, validating business data, and building data quality checks and KPI reporting.
What qualifications are essential for this role?
Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer sciences, IT, or related quantitative sciences, along with 4-6 years of relevant experience in a global company.
Are there specific industry experiences required for this role?
Yes, candidates should have deep business understanding and domain experience in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in areas like Pharma R&D, Manufacturing, Procurement and Supply Chain, or Marketing and Sales.
What technical skills are necessary for the Data Steward position?
Necessary technical skills include hands-on experience in Master Data Management (MDM), data stewardship, data quality, ETL tools, SQL, Alteryx, Databricks, Dataiku, and programming skills in Python.
Is prior experience in the Pharma/Life Science industry preferred?
Yes, experience in the Pharma/Life Science industry is strongly preferred.
What is the company's commitment to diversity and inclusion?
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and having diverse teams that represent the patients and communities they serve.
How can applicants seek accommodations during the recruitment process?
Applicants needing reasonable accommodation can send an email to [email protected] with the nature of their request and contact information, including the job requisition number.
What benefits does Novartis offer to its employees?
Novartis offers various benefits and rewards that can be found in the Novartis Life Handbook, which outlines the ways the company helps its employees thrive personally and professionally.

