Clinical Sciences Trial Leader

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Study Leader for predominantly lowmedium complexity global studies and may provide additional Clinical Sciences support to high complexity global studies.

Lead a global cross functional Clinical Trial Team (CTT) to ensure all trial deliverables are met; sets stretch goals promotes realistic planning and timelines and presents actionable alternatives to accelerate timelines. Responsible and accountable for forecasting and managing overall study budget(s) in collaboration with key partners.

Lead or support the clinical protocol development process in collaboration with the Medical Lead and other line functions; responsible author for clinical protocols amendments etc.; contribute to the medical/scientific input given for the development of studyrelated documents and processes which resides in other line functions; contribute to the development of clinical sections of studylevel regulatory documents. Support development of strategic and scientific input into study concept feasibility and ability to execute; develops and implements studylevel operational plan in partnership with key cross functional partners if applicable

Lead or support the ongoing medical/scientific review of clinical trial data across assigned studies in collaboration with the medical expert and key line functions and partners on data analysis and data interpretation including safety trend analysis signal detection development of first interpretable results reporting clinical study results in Clinical Study Report (CSR) and internal/external publications

Prepare lead or support dose escalation meetings with investigators. Coordinate the real time availability of quality clinical trial data to provide consolidated information for dose escalation meetings and Phase II data reviews with relevant stakeholders.

Responsible for implementation of best practices and standards for trial management including sharing lessons learned. Represent group on initiatives; may serve as Subject Matter Expert

Essential Requirements:

This role is located in East Hanover NJ and will not have the ability to be located remotely. This position will require 05 travel as defined by the business (domestic and/ or international). Please note that this role would not provide relocation and only local candidates will be considered.

Bachelors in life science/healthcare required; Advanced degree or equivalent education/degree in life sciences/ healthcare preferred (PhD/PharmD/Masters).

Approximately 2 years experience in clinical trials/development.

Strong understanding of oncology/hematology and demonstrates high learning agility. Proficient in clinical trial methodology with an emphasis in early clinical development. Operational project management experience with an emphasis in early clinical development including excellent planning prioritization problem solving and organizational skills. Used to managing multiple priorities. Demonstrated capability to interpret discuss and present trial level data.

Demonstrates tolerance for ambiguity willingness to adapt and willingness to speakup and challenge.

Demonstrates leadership and influence by creating a positive work environment by inspiring and encouraging mutual respect. Embraces a culture of diversity inclusion quality innovation and integrity.

Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships.

Maintain expert knowledge of ICHGCP external regulations and procedures and supplements by training and practice of Novartis SOPs and internal policies.

Preferred Requirements:

Radioligand therapy (RLT) experience preferred.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $119700 and $222300 / 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 signon 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 atwill 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.

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment hiring training promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status.

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