Director, Responsible AI

• Create and implement frameworks to ensure AI systems are ethical, transparent, and aligned with organizational values and develop a Responsible AI review process to evaluate AI systems for fairness, accountability, and transparency.

• Establish end-to-end processes and procedures that AI use cases must follow to ensure responsible deployment and operation.

• Ensure governance controls are in place to uphold ethical standards and mitigate risks.

• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization to enhance oversight and awareness of responsible AI initiatives and collaborate with teams to integrate responsible AI principles into high-value projects.

• Develop and deliver training programs focused on responsible AI practices and principles.

• Promote adherence to responsible AI processes and procedures through change management initiatives and keep abreast of evolving AI regulations and guidelines to ensure responsible AI processes have appropriate checks and controls.

• Adapt frameworks and processes to comply with new standards and best practices.

• Partner with legal, compliance, DDIT, IDS Data Strategy, and Governance, and other teams to align on responsible AI governance and risk management approaches and work together to address ethical considerations in AI applications and use cases.

• Implement mechanisms to monitor the performance and ethical compliance of AI use cases.

• Develop contingency plans to address potential ethical failures or unintended consequences of AI deployments and ensure readiness to respond to and mitigate any issues that arise from AI systems.

Essential Requirements:

Novartis seeks an individual with extensive experience overseeing technical operations. The individual should have a firm knowledge of industry best practice and a proven ability to manage the risks of AI. A commitment to driving continuous improvement in AI solutions, informed by data insights and industry trends, is vital to this role.

Education: Bachelor's degree in related field is required; Master of Science and/or MBA preferred

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary:

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between: $168,000.00 - $312,000.00/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.