Senior Oncology Clinical Program Leader

Novartis; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 249,000 - 462,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Senior Clinical Pharmacology Leader (CPL) to provide strategic medical guidance for preclinical to transition decision point programs in oncology. The role is hybrid with onsite preference for local candidates. Level depends on skills and interview outcomes.

The CPL will lead development strategies, integrate preclinical data, and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and SOPs. Global collaboration and mentorship are expected.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Board-certification in oncology preferred; PhD-level science a plus.
• Fluent English – oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic medical leadership to oncology development programs.
• Develop clinical development strategies across PE/DC to TDP.
• Lead cross-functional teams and global project leadership.
• Ensure compliance with GCP and Novartis SOPs.
• Mentor junior CPLs and liaise with external experts.

Skills

Strategic medical leadership

Senior/cross-functional leadership

GCP knowledge

Medical writing

Office IT skills

Education

MD or DO degree

Oncology board-certification

PhD-level science

Tools

GCP tools

Job description

Novartis in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Senior Clinical Pharmacology Leader (CPL) to provide strategic medical guidance for preclinical to transition decision point programs in oncology. The role is hybrid with onsite preference for local candidates. Level depends on skills and interview outcomes.

The CPL will lead development strategies, integrate preclinical data, and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and SOPs. Global collaboration and mentorship are expected.