Lab Automation, Logistics Delivery Lead

Novartis

. Lead end-to-end delivery of lab automation and workflow orchestration initiatives across Biomedical Research .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $152,600 - $283,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading lab automation and workflow orchestration initiatives, ensuring alignment with architectural, security, and regulatory requirements while driving innovation and continuous improvement in Biomedical Research.

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Lab AutomationWorkflow OrchestrationProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementRPA Solutions

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Hard Skills

Workflow AutomationRPAAI-Enabled SolutionsAgile MethodologiesData IntegritySystems ThinkingProcess OptimizationDigital ExpertiseComplex Initiative DeliveryBudget Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationCuriositySelf-MotivationDelivery Orientation

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's DegreePhD Degree

Industry Keywords

Biomedical ResearchPharma ContinuumCross-Functional TeamsMatrix TeamsContinuous Improvement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

RPA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end delivery of lab automation and workflow orchestration initiatives across Biomedical Research
Drive scalable and efficient lab and logistics processes
Manage scope, timelines, and budget
Lead cross-functional matrix teams and align stakeholders and D&D functions
Identify process inefficiencies and translate business processes into scalable, reusable automation solutions using RPA, orchestration, and AI
Act as the primary stakeholder interface
Build relationships, align priorities, and communicate progress, risks, and outcomes
Ensure solutions meet architectural, security, regulatory, enterprise platform, and data integrity requirements
Prioritize, plan, and execute initiatives from ideation through release, scaling, and transition to operations
Enable innovative value creation for Biomedical Research through delivery leadership and workflow-centric thinking

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's or PhD degree in a scientific, technology, computational science, or data science area
10+ years of relevant experience in a multidisciplinary environment across the Pharma continuum
Proven ability to deliver complex initiatives end-to-end, achieving high-quality outcomes on time and within budget across lab, data, or digital domains
Strong project management expertise, including prioritization, planning, execution, communication, and risk management
Ability to manage dependencies across multiple teams and systems
Experience leading cross-functional matrix teams
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Domain and digital expertise in lab operations and scientific systems
Hands-on knowledge of workflow automation, RPA, and AI-enabled solutions
Systems thinking and automation mindset
Ability to identify optimization opportunities and apply workflow orchestration, RPA, and AI
Experience applying modern delivery practices such as agile, experimentation, and product-centric delivery models
Agentic AI experience
Ability to translate ambiguous operational challenges into structured, deliverable initiatives
Ability to drive innovation, continuous improvement, and high-performance delivery behaviors
Curious, self-motivated, and continuous learner
Collaborative and delivery-oriented mindset
Must be able to work onsite in San Diego, CA or Cambridge, MA; relocation support is not offered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based cash incentive
Eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards, depending on role level
Health benefits
Life benefits
Disability benefits
401(k) with company contribution and match
Vacation
Personal days
Holidays
Other leaves
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities