Job ID: REQ-10067576
Location
Basel, Switzerland (#onsite)
Role Purpose
The Technical Project Leader (TPL) is responsible for formulating and executing a scientifically sound and business-driven technical project strategy for Technical Research & Development (TRD). This includes financial planning, risk assessments, and contingency planning aligned with the overall Research & Development Project Team strategy and TRD objectives. The TPL will oversee the TRD development of Mixed Modality, Small Molecule, and/or Biologics projects while effectively leading, representing, managing, and supporting the CMC team to ensure alignment with various departments and third parties as necessary.
About the Role
Strategy
- Establishes technical development plans in line with project priority classifications and clinical readouts, taking into account overall portfolio priorities.
- Possesses advanced skills to identify, assess, manage, and communicate CMC/program risks, handling complex issues effectively.
- Provides both drug development and technical expertise, encouraging creativity and challenging the status quo.
- Supports Senior TPL for defined work packages on complex late-phase programs.
Interfaces
- Actively participates in boards and leads discussions within leadership teams.
- Collaborates with various stakeholders to find optimal solutions and build consensus.
- Shares knowledge within the CMC community through lessons learned sessions.
- Contributes to Global Project Team activities beyond CMC line functions and manages complexities in disease area GPTs.
People
- Enhances stakeholder management skills while bringing forward sound proposals and sharing learned lessons.
- Anticipates setbacks and maintains control, recovering quickly from challenges.
- Exhibits servant leadership by mentoring junior TPLs and team members, fostering their professional and personal growth.
Generic Activities
- Leads CMC teams in a matrix setup, ensuring effective communication and transparency.
- Acts as the liaison for CMC topics among the Global Project Team and other functions.
- Adjusts communication based on the audience's technical knowledge and maintains financial oversight.
- Takes responsibility for the outcomes of team efforts, adapting priorities as needed to ensure success.
Ideal Background
Education
Advanced degree in life science, engineering, or a related field.
Languages
Fluent in English.
Experience/Professional Requirements
- A minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience as a functional project leader or Associate TPL.
- Strong scientific/technical knowledge of Small Molecules or Biologics, ideally with Mixed Modalities experience.
- Fundamental knowledge of GMP and regulatory requirements with cross-functional knowledge related to drug development.
- Completion of basic project management training is preferred.
Accessibility and Accommodation
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Application Process
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Company Information
Business Unit: Development
Location: Switzerland, Basel (City)
Company/Legal Entity: Novartis Pharma AG
Job Type
Full-time, Regular, No Shift Work
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