Clinical Program Leader / Clinical Program Leaderess

Job ID

REQ-10051970

Date Posted

May 21, 2025

Location

Switzerland

Summary

This role provides strategic medical guidance and leads the development of experimental oncology agents in the TCO portfolio, covering phases from preclinical development through First in Human and Phase 1b/2 studies. As a Clinical Program Leader, you will hold the critical responsibility of coordinating the planning, execution, and interpretation of early-phase oncology clinical trials.

About the Role

With over 6,000 associates, BioMedical Research (BR) serves as the innovation engine of Novartis, concentrating on cutting-edge technologies capable of delivering therapeutic breakthroughs for patients.

In Translational Clinical Oncology, we excel in global disease, modality, and trial expertise, bringing innovative therapies to fruition through a deep understanding of cancer biology and pioneering study design. We emphasize agile evidence-based decision-making and close collaboration with the scientific and medical community to accelerate the development of new medicines for patients.

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Act as a clinical leader for assigned global clinical programs, driving medical strategy implementation and ensuring operational deliverables for investigational products.
• Ensure effective cross-functional communication to align with global strategy and lead the development of clinical sections of trial and program-level regulatory documents.
• Serve as a medical expert, engaging with external stakeholders (e.g., regulatory authorities, key opinion leaders, data monitoring committees, advisory boards) and internal Novartis stakeholders.
• Contribute to the medical/scientific training of relevant Novartis stakeholders, potentially serving as a speaker for medical/scientific training.
• Lead global initiatives focused on process improvement, training, SOP development, and other Clinical Development line function endeavors.
• Demonstrate experience leading early and/or late-phase oncology clinical programs within the pharma/biotech industry, complemented by credible experience from an academic medical center.
• Show a track record of significant contributions to the field, fostering new concepts and pursuing innovative clinical discovery opportunities.

Role Requirements

What you'll bring to the role:

• A medical degree, with oncology board certification preferred, alongside a PhD-level background in basic Science or equivalent expertise.
• Clinical Development experience within the pharma/biotech industry in Oncology is essential.
• At least 3 years of technical, operational, and managerial experience in planning, executing, reporting, and designing clinical trial studies in a pharmaceutical company or biotech.
• Sound knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, clinical trial design, statistics, regulatory processes, and global clinical development processes.
• Strong familiarity with oncology and experience in early clinical development is preferred.
• Excellent communication, writing, and organizational skills, with proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

Why Novartis?

Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's lives, aiming to become the most valued and trusted medicines company globally. Our associates drive us every day to achieve ambitious goals. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here.

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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Novartis is dedicated to fostering an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams that reflect the patients and communities we serve.

Accessibility & Accommodation

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Benefits and Rewards

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Company / Legal Entity

C028 (FCRS = CH028) Novartis Pharma AG

Functional Area

Research & Development

Job Type

Full time

Employment Type

Regular

Shift Work

No