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Level 4

 

Job Description Summary

#LI-Hybrid
Position Location: Cambridge, MA

We are Clinical Sciences and Innovation at Novartis. A dynamic group of Clinical Trial Leaders (Clinical Scientists) who plan and execute early phase trials worldwide. From First-in-Human to ph2a studies and beyond. We design and operationalize trials, ensuring they run smoothly, on time and – most importantly – with patients’ interests to the fore.

Curious, unbossed and inspired; we are committed to flexibility in the workplace.

As a member of our team, you will support or lead the clinical science and operations of planning and executing translational medicine clinical trials. Collaborate across our global network. Partner with outstanding physicians and scientists. Build therapeutic area expertise. Revolutionize next-generation, digital and patient-centric trial design. Be always curious, innovative and inspiring.

 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Operationally and scientifically lead complex clinical studies

• Drive and deliver aspects of global clinical trial execution from study design, set-up and recruitment to final reporting

• Lead the matrix-management of robust global clinical trial teams, collaborating across the organization and externally with service providers/investigator sites

• Drive the development of clinical study protocols, clinical operations execution plans and other required documents

• Ensure quality conduct and document standards are applied across the clinical trial lifecycle

• Lead clinical data review

• Contribute to project/program level plans

• May mentor junior team members

• Support optimization of standard methodologies in clinical trial operations and adopt an open learning and sharing environment

• Unleash the value of data and digital within clinical studies Ultimately, YOU will help bring new technologies and therapies closer to our patients

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelors in life science/healthcare required; Advanced degree or equivalent education/degree in life sciences/ healthcare preferred (PhD/MD/ PharmD/ Masters)

• 6+ years’ experience in clinical trials development

• A broad knowledge of the drug development field; preferably within the pharma industry.

• Strong project management experience; excellent planning, prioritization and organizational skills; used to managing multiple priorities concurrently

• Demonstrates high learning agility in therapeutic area

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience in study design and protocol development/writing is highly desirable

The salary for this position is expected to range between $126,000 and $234,000 per year.

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer our people click here.

 

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

 

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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Salary Range

$126,000.00 - $234,000.00

 

Skills Desired

Budget Management, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Coaching, Data Analysis, Data Integrity, Learning Design, Risk Monitoring