Overview The Associate Director Innovation Lab, MAVA sits within the US Innovation Lab (iLab), a part of the Marketing Technology Product Management team. In this role, you will join a highly innovative and intrapreneurial group with a focus on accelerating experimentation of new and emerging technologies such as the metaverse, AR/VR, etc. in the US. With a deep expertise in metaverse, mobile, XR (AR/ER/MR/VR), and app development, you will help execute our MAVA Innovation Strategy and lead the experimentation and creation of innovative apps, products and services aligned to Integrated Marketing and Novartis US objectives. We think differently here; we are constantly thinking about tomorrow, and we are designing the future— today.
Note: The role emphasizes XR experiences, app development, and leading cross-functional delivery from concept to solution.
Responsibilities Lead execution of XR, app, and metaverse solutions under the Innovation Lab’s MAVA vertical
Translate emerging tech concepts into impactful customer-facing experiences
Manage delivery of proofs of concept and MVPs using XR and mobile technologies
Identify and prioritize high-impact XR use cases aligned with brand objectives
Define KPIs and success metrics to evaluate innovation performance
Develop business cases and value frameworks to support new initiatives
Guide cross-functional teams and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration
Stay current on tech trends to inform product decisions and drive differentiation
Qualifications Essential Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field
Minimum 7 years of experience in emerging tech and innovation management, including XR and app development
At least 6 years in product management, strategy, innovation, or consulting roles
Proven success in leading product development cycles from concept to scale
Strong communication skills to explain complex tech to non-technical stakeholders
Ability to work in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and drive cross-functional collaboration
Desirable Requirements Consumer marketing or marketing technology experience
Experience managing or building solutions for XR hardware (e.g., Vision Pro, Meta Quest)
Commitment to Inclusion Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Why Novartis Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
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Details Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Product Management and Marketing
Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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📌 Associate Director Innovation Lab - MAVA
🏢 Novartis México
📍 Ciudad Juárez