Global Program Clinical Head, Hematology (M.D.)

Novartis Farmacéutica; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 261,000 - 485,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Global Program Clinical Head in Hematology. This pivotal role involves leading clinical strategies and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovative drug development. You will be at the forefront of transforming lives by ensuring effective clinical trials and regulatory approvals. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization values the contributions of every associate. If you have a passion for hematology and a proven track record in clinical research, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field.

Benefits

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Sign-on bonus

Restricted stock units

Qualifications

• MD with 6+ years’ experience in clinical research or drug development.
• Advanced expertise in Hematology and clinical trial design.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical strategy and development for hematology programs.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for clinical trial execution.

Skills

Clinical Research

Drug Development

Hematology

Good Clinical Practice

Clinical Trial Design

Leadership Skills

Statistical Analysis

Education

MD

Job description

Global Program Clinical Head, Hematology (M.D.)

Job ID REQ-10043372

Mar 10, 2025

USA

Summary

Onsite
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Novartis is deeply committed to transforming the lives of people living with solid tumors, blood cancers and serious or life-threatening blood disorders. We believe that anyone living with these conditions has the right to a life free from pain, free from symptoms and free from disease - this is our vision for the future.

As the Senior Global Program Clinical Head (GPCH), you are the clinical lead and will serve as a key member of the Global Program Team, contributing to the overall strategy in collaboration with relevant other functions such as Regulatory Affairs, Market Access and others. You will develop and ensure the implementation of the Clinical Development plan and lead a cross-functional team of specialists such as Medical Directors, Trial Directors, Safety Leaders, Biostatisticians, and Regulatory Directors. In addition, you will lead the development and execution of the disease area strategy.

About the Role

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for clinical input to support Business Development & Licensing (BD&L) activities
• Serve as the Clinical Development Representative to drive transition of pre-PoC (Proof of Concept) projects to Development Decision Point (DDP)
• Contribute to Integrated Development Plan (IDP) in line with the Target Product Profile (TPP) designed for successful global regulatory approval/market access for one or more treatment indications and/or multiple programs.
• Drive creation and implementation of Clinical Development to support decision analysis and optimal resource allocation in program(s).
• Lead a cross-functional team through the creation of clinical components of key documents (e.g., Clinical Trial Protocols, Investigator’s Brochures, Clinical Study Reports, regulatory documents including maintenance of product licenses, registration dossiers, value dossiers, pharmacoeconomic dossiers) with high quality and consistency.
• As the medical expert, lead interactions with external stakeholders (e.g., regulatory authorities, key opinion leaders, data monitoring committees, advisory boards, patient advocacy groups), internal stakeholders (e.g., Research, Translational Medicine, Global Medical Affairs, Marketing, Health Economics & Outcomes Research), and internal decision boards.
• Together with Patient Safety, ensure continuous evaluation of drug safety profile, including safety monitoring of clinical studies and signal detection from post-marketing surveillance.
• Support registration, market access, commercialization, and maintenance of product licenses (e.g., Core Data Sheet, Periodic Safety Update Report, clinical benefit-risk assessment for license renewals) for the compound(s)
• Plan and implement publication and clinical communication strategy in coordination with Global Medical Affairs and Medical Writing and provide input into key external presentations.

The ideal location for this role is the East Hanover site but remote work may be possible (there may be some restrictions based on legal entity). Please note that this role would not provide relocation as a result. If associate is remote, all home office expenses and any travel/lodging to East Hanover for periodic live meetings will be at the employee’s expense. The expectation of working hours and travel (domestic and/or international) will be defined by the hiring manager. This position will require X% travel.

Minimum Requirements:

• MD with 6+ years’ experience in clinical research or drug development in an industry environment spanning clinical activities in Phases I-III/IV, including submission dossiers.
• A passion for Hematology
• Advanced expertise in Hematology with ability to innovate in clinical development study designs, provide relevant evidence to decision-makers and to interpret, discuss and present clinical trial or section program level data.
• Detailed knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, clinical trial design, statistics, and regulatory/clinical development process.
• Demonstrated ability to establish strong scientific partnership with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills with a documented track record of delivering high quality projects/submissions/trials in a global/matrix environment (including remote) in pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Essential Preferred:
• CAR-T
• BD&L

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary:

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between: $261,100 and $484,900/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Why Novartis:
Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives, and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us!

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams’ representative of the patients and communities we serve.

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