Job Description

100,000. That's how many patients participate in our clinical trials at any given time. Global Clinical Operations touches patients' lives every day acting as a bridge between science and medicine. Imagine the impact you could have as the Asia Hub Clinical Operations Head! #GCOTransformation

This position is accountable for all clinical operations activities related to the allocation, initiation, conduct (recruitment, quality data collection) and timely completion of Phase I-IV Oncology and Pharma clinical trials within the Hub and works with the Global Head Study & Site Operations (SSO) to define and implement the strategy.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• As the most senior leader for Global Clinical Operations (GCO) representing the Hub level, you'll provide operational management of the SSO Country/Cluster Heads as well as the SSO Hub Head Portfolio and SSO Strategy & Operations Hub Head.
• Achieving budget targets and contributing to the delivery of the productivity targets and for the implementation of and adherence to Global Execution Study & Site Operations procedures in accordance with GCP, ICH and local regulations.
• Implementing the Hub's Global Execution Study & Site Operations strategy and for the submission of data within timelines and to the required quality standards.
• In collaboration with the Hub Head Portfolio define and implement feasibility and allocation strategies and the execution of global development trials in Hub (Innovative Medicines Phase I-IV clinical trials)
• Optimally utilize Hub opportunities and build competitive advantages for global development trials within the Hub, taking into account the medical standard of care, competitive environment, and local business drivers
• Ensure trials execution is according to enrolment commitment, timelines, and budget; track performance through key performance indicators; together with the Hub Head Portfolio drive hub re-allocation or corrective action when needed
• Drive innovation in clinical trial planning and execution, including patient engagement as appropriate
• Align Global Execution Study & Site Operations objectives with Hub and Country objectives

Accessibility and accommodation

Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to receive more detailed information about the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to diversity.inclusion_ch@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Minimum requirements

• At least 12 years' experience in clinical research, in planning/implementing and/or monitoring clinical trials with at least 7 years in a people management role
• Education: (minimum/desirable): Bachelor's Degree in life sciences required; Advanced Degree in scientific or business preferred
• Expert understanding of all aspects of clinical drug development with particular emphasis on trial execution and monitoring
• Thorough understanding of the international aspects of drug development process, including expert knowledge of international standards (GCP/ICH), health authorities (FDA/EMA), local/national Health Authorities regulations and Novartis standards
• Superior leadership skills, critical thinking skills and matrix management skills. Established track record of leading successful teams, preferably with experience in working with international teams
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills required, extensive networking expected. Excellent communicator and presenter (oral and written), ability to communicate to Sr. Leaders

Why consider Novartis?

766 million lives were touched by Novartis medicines in 2021, and while we're proud of this, we know there is so much more we could do to help improve and extend people's lives.

We believe new insights, perspectives and ground-breaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working.

We believe our potential can thrive and grow in an unbossed culture underpinned by integrity, curiosity and flexibility. And we can reinvent what's possible, when we collaborate with courage to aggressively and ambitiously tackle the world's toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life, is the risk of never trying!
Imagine what you could do here at Novartis!

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Functional Area

Research & Development

Division

Global Drug Development

Business Unit

GDO GDD

Employment Type

Regular

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.

Shift Work

No

Early Talent

No