Translational Medicine Academy Fellow in Clinical Science & Innovation / Translational Medicine Academy Fellowess in Clinical Science & Innovation

Job ID: REQ-10076855

Date: May 04, 2026

Location: Switzerland

Summary

Novartis is a dynamic environment where bright, inquisitive minds unite to tackle the world's most pressing healthcare challenges and transform medicine together. It is an inspiring setting for aspiring talent wishing to embark on a career in innovative medicines. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain early exposure, valuable experience, and insights that are rare in our industry.

The global Translational Medicine (TM) group at Biomedical Research builds upon basic research advancements to develop therapies that address unmet medical needs. We serve as a vital link between drug discovery and clinical application, enhancing the speed, quality, and productivity of drug development at Novartis, while playing a crucial role in delivering innovative medicines to patients.

The Clinical Sciences & Innovation (CS&I) team meticulously plans, designs, and manages the TM clinical portfolio, in partnership with Global Clinical Operations to implement TM clinical projects worldwide. Our associates are dedicated to ensuring a seamless transition from discovery research to clinical practice, driven by a commitment to clinical and data sciences, clinical innovation, patient centricity, and strategic planning.

The TM Academy is a cross-functional program designed for career starters, changers, and relaunchers. If you are prepared for two transformative years of hands-on experience in a diverse, multicultural, global, and inclusive environment focused on early drug development and clinical trials, contributing to projects that bring breakthrough treatments closer to patients worldwide, then this is the opportunity for you!

About the Role

This advertisement is exclusively for Clinical Sciences & Innovation (CS&I) within the TM Academy. Other TM Academy roles are advertised separately under:

• REQ-10077029: TM Academy Pharmacokinetic Sciences (PKS) Modeling & Simulation
• REQ-10077055: TM Academy Preclinical Safety - Data Science
• REQ-10077246: TM Academy Fellow in Biomarker Development
• REQ-10076845: TM Academy Biomarker Development Laboratory Excellence and Operations (BMD LEO)

Location: Basel, Switzerland

Duration of the program: 24 months

Program start: 01-September-2026

Apply online using the form below.

Eligibility

We can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Switzerland. This program is developed for individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences:

• Career starters: Recent university graduates within the past 2 years
• Career changers: Professionals with experience from a different field
• Career relaunchers: Individuals returning to work after a career break

Your Journey Begins

Your journey commences with an immersive four-week basecamp designed to introduce you to our organization, the drug development process, various departments in Translational Medicine, the clinical trial process, and the tools and technical platforms essential for your work.

Throughout the program, fellows will reunite for ongoing learning focused on soft skills, cross-functional exposure, and thematic introductions, broadening your perspective beyond your immediate team and function.

As a TM Academy Fellow in CS&I, you will:

• Build a strong foundation in translational medicine with guidance from industry experts.
• Embark on a progressive, blended, and flexible learning experience covering conceptual, theoretical, and experiential techniques.
• Become part of a global network of supportive peers and mentors who will guide you in collaborating on meaningful projects that shape the future of medicine.
• Gain hands-on experience by contributing to a range of clinical trial operations activities such as:
• Enhancing the quality of clinical, regulatory, and trial documents to ensure their completeness and accuracy.
• Supporting the creation and improvement of critical clinical documents in collaboration with experienced colleagues.
• Facilitating team communications through crafting trial newsletters and organizing engaging meetings.
• Learning the intricacies of clinical trial documentation by assisting with the setup and management of the Trial Master File.
• Enhancing communication and collaboration among global teams, investigator sites, and vendors by gathering information and ensuring smooth activity flow.
• Gaining practical experience with key clinical trial systems, ensuring data accuracy.
• Supporting day-to-day trial operations including coordinating meetings and managing documentation.
• Broaden your professional horizons by exploring specific interests within one of the CS&I groups aligned with your interests, such as trial management, feasibility, or data visualization.
• Help onboard new fellows by sharing your experiences and insights from the program.

Role Requirements

Candidates should possess:

• A demonstrated interest in clinical research and drug development, eager to engage in a scientific environment focused on trial operations, documentation, and coordination.
• A university degree (BA; BSc, MA, MSc, PharmD, or PhD) or relevant professional experience.
• Fluency in business-level English, both oral and written.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team while managing multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Office IT skills.

Accessibility and Accommodation

Novartis is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations to all individuals. If you require any assistance due to a medical condition or disability during the recruitment process, please reach out via email at diversity.inclusion_ch@novartis.com with details of your request along with your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Why Novartis?

Supporting individuals with diseases and their families requires more than innovative science—it demands a community of passionate individuals like you. Together, we collaborate, uplift, and inspire one another, combining efforts to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to join us in creating a brighter future?

Learn more about Novartis.

Benefits and Rewards

Discover all the ways we will support your personal and professional growth.

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Division

Biomedical Research

Business Unit

Research

Company / Legal Entity

C028 (FCRS = CH028) Novartis Pharma AG

Employment Type

Early Career (Fixed Term)

Shift Work

No

Location

Switzerland, Basel (City)