Immunology PKS Leader - Therapeutic Area Head

Novartis AG; Basel-Stadt; Hybrid; CHF 169,000 - 315,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Extended parental leave

Equity awards

Job summary

Novartis AG in Basel, Switzerland, seeks a visionary TA Head for PK Sciences (PKS) Immunology to lead a cross-functional organization across discovery to late-stage development. You will define fit-for-purpose strategies, ensure scientific rigor, and partner with research, development, and regulatory teams.

The role requires a PhD/PharmD with 12+ years in biopharma leadership, strong communication, and a track record in translational science.

Qualifications

• PhD or PharmD in pharmacokinetics, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• Significant biopharmaceutical industry experience, typically 12+ years, spanning preclinical and clinical drug R&D, including senior leadership responsibility.
• Proven people leadership experience including hiring, mentoring, coaching, and developing scientific talent.
• Strong understanding of global regulatory requirements and experience contributing to submissions (INDs, IMPDs, NDAs, BLAs).

Responsibilities

• Define and implement integrated platform and program strategies from discovery through registration.
• Support data-driven decision-making and differentiated development strategies for the immunology portfolio.
• Oversee PKS contributions to regulatory submissions and supporting documentation.
• Support health authority interactions with high-quality scientific input.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure rigorous program execution.
• Build and develop a high-performing scientific team including PKS Immunology scientists.
• Act as a scientific thought leader through collaborations, publications, and forums.

Skills

Chemistry

Clinical Pharmacology

Clinical Research

Collaboration

Leadership

Enterprise Mindset

Communication

Patient Care

Education

PhD or PharmD in pharmacokinetics/pharmacology/pharmaceutics/biochemistry

Job description

Novartis AG in Basel, Switzerland, seeks a visionary TA Head for PK Sciences (PKS) Immunology to lead a cross-functional organization across discovery to late-stage development. You will define fit-for-purpose strategies, ensure scientific rigor, and partner with research, development, and regulatory teams.

The role requires a PhD/PharmD with 12+ years in biopharma leadership, strong communication, and a track record in translational science.