Global Program Safety Team Lead Neuroscience
Job Summary
Salary Range:
104790.00 - 194610.00Job Description Summary
Step into a career-defining opportunity where your leadership can transform patient outcomes on a global scale! As our Global Program Safety Team Lead in Neuroscience youll be the driving force behind our Medical Safety organization championing innovative safety strategies and steering our development programs toward breakthrough results.In this pivotal role your expertise as a safety clinician will empower you to anticipate and navigate complex safety challenges influence high-stakes decisions and inspire teams to achieve excellence. Your vision and strategic insight will shape the future of neuroscience safety at Novartis making a lasting impact for patients worldwide.
Job Description
Location:
London (The Westworks) United Kingdom
Working Model:
#LI-Hybrid Hybrid (12 days per month on-site if living within 50 miles of our London office)
#LI-Remote Remote (if living beyond 50 miles of our London office)
This role is also advertised in Basel Switzerland. If interested in that location please apply on REQ-
Major accountabilities:
Manage an efficient and successful disease area within the Therapeutic Area (TA)/Development Unit (DU) Medical Safety organization which provides robust medical and science-driven contribution to BenefitRisk evaluation throughout product lifecycle to enable Novartis to provide impactfulmedicines to patients worldwide
Enhance scientific and clinical experience of Medical Safety physicians / scientiststhrough continuous training and coaching. Prepares safety objectives and evaluates andmanages performance of the Medical Safety associates within the TA/DU. Identifiestalents and high potential associates and is able to defend and discuss in front ofleadership team. Together with associates identifies carrier development opportunitiesand support associates in the carrier path
Provide expert safety input to the clinical development program for assigned projects/products and be an active member of the Global Program Team (GPT) Global Clinical Team (GCT) and Clinical Trial Team (CTT) -Is responsible for safety issue management from formation of Global Program Team (GPT) through Life Cycle Management
Responsible for overall signal detection monitoring evaluation interpretation and appropriate management of safety information based on information from all relevant line functions post-marketing data and other sources
Responsible for documentation/tracking/record keeping of the assigned compounds medical safety activities and for responses to inquiries from regulatory authorities or health care professionals on safety issues
Leading the preparation of the safety strategy for health authority responses and strategy in collaboration with other project team members
Contribute to and often leading the development of departmental and functional/business unit goals and objectives
Minimum Requirements:
Medical Degree or equivalent (preferred) PhD PharmD orequivalent graduate level health care professional degreerequired. Specialty Board certification desirable
Minimum 5 years clinical experience postdoctoral
At least 7 years progressive experience in drug development in a major pharmaceutical company (of which 5 years in a global position) including 5 years in safety at a medical position
Solid expertise in preparing or contributing to preparation of clinical safety assessments and regulatory reports/submissions involving safety information to include NDA submission documents
Substantial experience in leading cross-functional multicultural teams
Strong experience with (safety or others) issue management
Extensive experience in drug development clinical trialmethodology regulatory requirements scientific methodology statistics and writing of publication
Strong leadership skills including coaching; motivatingand directing and fostering teamwork. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates superiors and peers
Beneficial skills and knowledge:
Post graduate degree inPharmaceutical Medicine; Master of Public Health in Epidemiology (or equivalent)
Strong negotiation and conflict management skills
Strong experience with medical writing and deliveringhigh quality documents such as RMPs PSURs
Languages :
Fluent English - both spoken and written
Additional languages are an advantage
Closing date for applications: 01 July 2026
We will begin reviewing applications during the week of July 1st and well be in touch with an update soon after.
Benefits & Rewards
At Novartis were committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.
Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: GBP
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 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.
You may be eligible for a company vehicle or a car allowance in accordance with the applicable local Novartis policies and guidelines.
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.
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Skills Desired
Cross Functional Teams Leadership Medical Strategy Multi Cultural Team Leadership Process Safety Management Regulatory Compliance Safety Science StrategyAbout Company
Novartis is a global healthcare company based in Switzerland that provides solutions to the evolving needs of patients worldwide.