Novartis BioMedical Research (BR) is the innovation engine of Novartis, collaborating across the company and beyond to focus on new technologies with the potential to produce therapeutic breakthroughs for patients. Translational Medicine (TM) is the clinical research arm of Novartis BR, playing a pivotal role in bringing innovative medicines to patients by bridging drug discovery and clinical application. The TM Discovery & Profiling (TMDP) group drives innovative science from discovery to the patient through the selection, profiling, and development of medicines. As a Cardiovascular Metabolism (CVM) TM Expert, you will collaborate with the CVM TM Head or other experienced TM Experts to develop high value decision-strategies for the Translational Medicine component of drug development projects and to lead global cross-functional project teams through the PoC phase and beyond.
Tasks
- Oversee the planning, execution, and interpretation of clinical trials research, data collection activities, and clinical operations, serving a leadership role in the matrixed trial team.
- Establish and approve scientific methods for design and implementation of clinical protocols, data collection systems, and final reports.
- Support new and ongoing clinical research and clinical trials and ensure efficient and timely processing of confidentiality agreements and clinical agreements.
- Lead global project teams through PoC phase to drive implementation of the PoC strategy; participate in project teams through program life cycle from NTRC to registration.
- Responsible for clinical portions of the Integrated Development Plan (IDP) through PoC.
- Act as medical monitor for one or more clinical studies.
- Communicate clinical team matters to project teams and relevant decision boards (such as the Disease Area Decision Board).
- Convene relevant internal and external leaders to consider proposed approach to PoC.
- Evaluate clinical centers and foster communication with crucial collaborating investigators.
- Oversee publication and external presentation of PoC clinical study results.
- Accountable for compound related biomarker strategies; work closely with biomarker experts in implementation.
- In collaboration with research scientists, identify, develop and implement strategy for preclinical support of program related objectives, including assessment of medical need, proposal of clinical development pathways, and review of preclinical data for clinical implications and other relevant activities.
- Participate in team presentations to Health Authorities as TM Expert.
Requirements
- Doctoral degree, MD required with clinical subspecialty training preferred in cardiovascular disease or endocrinology/metabolic disease.
- Additional PhD/post-doctoral equivalent research preferred.
- At least 1-2 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech company, CRO, or academic medical center, or related experience; 5 plus years to be considered for Director level.
- Recognized for medical expertise.
- Recognized for scientific expertise and passion for science: respected by colleagues internally and externally, having made significant contributions to the field and created/established new concepts; record of high quality publications in international scientific journals.
- Excellent written and oral communication/presentation skills.
- Able to work independently on study planning and execution, and with supervision on project planning.
- Able to lead multidisciplinary teams in a matrix organization.
- Seeks out new clinical discovery opportunities and PoC approaches.
- Additional consideration for candidates with advanced research experience in data science, genetics/genomics, artificial intelligence applied to clinical research, or digital/wearable health science.
- Fluent oral and written English.
Benefits
- The base salary offered is determined based on relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and will be reviewed periodically.
- Associate Director: 122,500.00 - 175,000.00 - 227,500.00 CHF Annual
- Director: 150,500.00 - 215,000.00 - 279,500.00 CHF Annual
- Eligibility for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.
- Variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs.
- Flexible and hybrid working options, where possible.
- Minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.
- Pay equity is a fundamental principle of the employment policy and reflects a commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.
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Das Team
Translational Medicine includes about 900 associates globally and is comprised of physicians and clinical researchers who collaborate in global cross-functional project teams, working closely with colleagues in biology and chemistry to identify targets and develop new therapies.