Translational Medicine Expert – Gastroenterology, Associate Director

Biopharma Careers; Basel; Hybrid; CHF 123.000 - 228.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid working options

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Global recognition programs

14 weeks parental leave

Zusammenfassung

Novartis Basel seeks Translational Medicine Expert (TME) to oversee phase 1 and 2 FiH/PoC studies, work with global teams, and drive early clinical development.

You are a medical doctor with gastroenterology board certification, experienced in IBD, able to lead cross-functional teams, and communicate findings and strategy across internal and external stakeholders. Hybrid work arrangement available.

Qualifikationen

• Medical doctor with gastroenterology board certification and clinical IBD experience.
• Ability to learn fast and work independently.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a matrix organization.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Aufgaben

• Lead global clinical trial teams through phase 1 and 2 development.
• Draft the early clinical development plan.
• Act as medical lead for early clinical studies.
• Represent the team in relevant decision boards.
• Serve as primary contact for internal and external key opinion leaders.
• Oversee publication and presentation of study results.
• Collaborate with biomarker experts in implementation.
• Work with research scientists on preclinical strategy.
• Engage in Health Authority interactions.

Kenntnisse

Medical communication

Leadership

Independent learning

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Presentation skills

Ausbildung

Medical Doctor (MD) with board certification in gastroenterology

Jobbeschreibung

#LI-Hybrid Location: Basel

Translational Medicine Discovery & Profiling (TMDP) is a group of physicians and clinical researchers who drive innovative science from discovery to the patient through the selection, profiling, and early clinical development of medicines. Translational Medicine Experts (TMEs) oversee phase 1 first-in-human (FiH) and phase 2 proof-of-concept (PoC) and dose range finding (DRF) studies in support for Phase 3 development. TMEs are key and highly visible members of global cross‑functional project teams that design and implement early research and discovery projects. TMEs collaborate with colleagues in biology and chemistry to identify targets in diseases with significant unmet medical needs and provide input on likely clinical development pathways, design clinical development plans in collaboration with late phase development, draft clinical trial protocols and serve as medical leads for these trials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead global clinical trial teams through phase 1 and 2 development
• Draft the early clinical development plan
• Act as medical lead for early clinical studies
• Represent the team in relevant decision boards
• Serve a primary contact for internal and external key opinion leaders
• Oversee publication and internal/external presentation of clinical study results
• Work closely with biomarker experts in implementation
• Collaborate with research scientists to identify, develop and implement strategy for preclinical support of program related objectives
• Actively participate in Health Authority interactions

Essential Requirements:

• Medical doctor with board certification in gastroenterology or relevant medical specialty
• Several years of clinical experience treating IBD (UC and CD) patients
• Ability to learn fast and work independently
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a matrix organization
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Desirable Requirements:

• Research experience (e.g., Ph.D.) is a plus but not a strict requirement
• Drug development experience as trial investigator or pharma experience are a plus but not strict requirements
• Publications in the field of IBD are a plus but not a strict requirement

Benefits & Rewards

• At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.
• Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: 122,500.00 - 227,500.00 CHF Annual
• The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.
• In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.
• The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs.
• In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.
• In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.
• Long-term equity awards granted at group level may also be part of your package. Further details will be provided during the application process.
• Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.
• Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf
• Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable.
• A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEONovartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.
• Accessibility and accommodationNovartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals.

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