Novartis
Senior Clinical Development Medical Director - Cardio | Renal | Metabolism
Novartis, East Hanover, New Jersey, us, 07936
Job Description SummaryThe Senior Clinical Development Medical Director (Sr. CDMD) is the clinical leader of a section of a clinical program (e.g., an indication, a new formulation, or a specific development phase), or a large, complex trial, under the leadership of the (Sr.) GPCH.
Job DescriptionMajor accountabilities:Provides clinical leadership and strategic guidance for all clinical deliverables in the assigned section of a clinical program or programs. Clinical deliverables may include the clinical development strategy for assigned program section(s), clinical sections of individual protocols consistent with the Integrated Development Plans (IDP), clinical data review, program specific standards, clinical components of regulatory documents/registration dossiers, and publicationsLeads development of clinical sections of trial and program level regulatory documents (e.g., Investigator’s Brochures, briefing books, safety updates, submission dossiers, and responses to Health Authorities)Drives execution of the section of the clinical program in partnership with global line functions, assigned study leads (SLs), and regional/country medical associatesEnsures ongoing medical and scientific review of clinical trial dataSupports (Sr.) GPCH in ensuring overall safety of the molecule for the assigned section, may be a core member of the Safety Management Team (SMT), and supports overall program safety reporting (e.g., Periodic Safety Update Reports (PSURs), Drug Safety Update Reports (DSURs), and other safety related documents) in collaboration with Patient SafetyLeads the Global Clinical Team (GCT), if there is a separate GCT for the assigned program section. Represents the section when needed in Global Program Team (GPT) meetings, and as the section spokesperson in internal and external meetings/boards, as neededSupports the Clinical Development Head (CDH) by providing medical input into IDP and CTP reviews and contributing/driving development of disease clinical standards for new disease areas. May take on other TA responsibilities as directed by the CDHAs a medical expert, supports the (Sr.) GPCH or CDH in interactions with external stakeholders (e.g., regulatory authorities, key opinion leaders, data monitoring boards, advisory boards, patient advocacy groups), internal stakeholders (e.g., CTT, Research, Translational Medicine, Global Medical Affairs, Marketing, HE&OR), and internal decision boardsMay work with NIBR (Novartis Institute of Biomedical Research)/ Translational Medical Sciences) to drive transition of pre-PoC (Proof of Concept) projects to DDP (Development Decision Point) and with BD&L (Business Development & Licensing) including target identification and due diligences together with other medical matters, as neededEnsures career development of Function and Program reports and other clinical colleagues through active participation in the performance management and talent planning processes. Provides on-boarding, training, & mentoring supportContributes to medical/scientific training of relevant Novartis stakeholders on the disease area and compound/molecule. May serve as speaker for franchise medical/scientific trainingMay serve on or lead global initiatives (e.g., process improvement, training, SOP development, other Clinical Development line function initiatives)Specific responsibilities related to the clinical program in CRM include:Serving as the lead medical for a pivotal registration trial (CV outcomes study)Leading the clinical work related to an NDA submissionCoach and support junior clinical team members through the submission phaseMinimum Requirements:MD or equivalent medical degree required. Advanced knowledge and clinical training in a medical/scientific area (e.g., internal medicine or sub-specialty) required, with Medical Board certification preferred; Clinical practice experience ≥ 4 years (including residency) preferredFluent oral and written English≥ 7 years of involvement in clinical research or drug development in an academic or industry environment spanning clinical activities in Phases I ~ IV≥ 4 years of contribution to and accomplishment in all aspects of conducting clinical trials (e.g., planning, executing, reporting and publishing) in a global/matrix environment in pharmaceutical industryNDA submission experience with major health authorities (FDA and EMA)Advanced knowledge of assigned therapeutic areaDemonstrated ability to establish strong scientific partnership with key stakeholdersThorough knowledge of GCP, clinical trial design, statistical analysis methodology, and regulatory/clinical development processExcellent communication skills, written and oralStrong interpersonal skillsExcellent negotiation and conflict resolution skillsEEO Statement:The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.Accessibility and reasonable accommodationsThe Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
https://www.novartis.com/careers/careers-research/notice-all-applicants-us-job-openingsSalary Range$257,600.00 - $386,400.00
Skills DesiredClinical Trials, Cross-Functional Teams, Data Analysis, Data Monitoring, Drug Development, Drug Discovery, Medical Research, Medical Strategy, People Management
Job DescriptionMajor accountabilities:Provides clinical leadership and strategic guidance for all clinical deliverables in the assigned section of a clinical program or programs. Clinical deliverables may include the clinical development strategy for assigned program section(s), clinical sections of individual protocols consistent with the Integrated Development Plans (IDP), clinical data review, program specific standards, clinical components of regulatory documents/registration dossiers, and publicationsLeads development of clinical sections of trial and program level regulatory documents (e.g., Investigator’s Brochures, briefing books, safety updates, submission dossiers, and responses to Health Authorities)Drives execution of the section of the clinical program in partnership with global line functions, assigned study leads (SLs), and regional/country medical associatesEnsures ongoing medical and scientific review of clinical trial dataSupports (Sr.) GPCH in ensuring overall safety of the molecule for the assigned section, may be a core member of the Safety Management Team (SMT), and supports overall program safety reporting (e.g., Periodic Safety Update Reports (PSURs), Drug Safety Update Reports (DSURs), and other safety related documents) in collaboration with Patient SafetyLeads the Global Clinical Team (GCT), if there is a separate GCT for the assigned program section. Represents the section when needed in Global Program Team (GPT) meetings, and as the section spokesperson in internal and external meetings/boards, as neededSupports the Clinical Development Head (CDH) by providing medical input into IDP and CTP reviews and contributing/driving development of disease clinical standards for new disease areas. May take on other TA responsibilities as directed by the CDHAs a medical expert, supports the (Sr.) GPCH or CDH in interactions with external stakeholders (e.g., regulatory authorities, key opinion leaders, data monitoring boards, advisory boards, patient advocacy groups), internal stakeholders (e.g., CTT, Research, Translational Medicine, Global Medical Affairs, Marketing, HE&OR), and internal decision boardsMay work with NIBR (Novartis Institute of Biomedical Research)/ Translational Medical Sciences) to drive transition of pre-PoC (Proof of Concept) projects to DDP (Development Decision Point) and with BD&L (Business Development & Licensing) including target identification and due diligences together with other medical matters, as neededEnsures career development of Function and Program reports and other clinical colleagues through active participation in the performance management and talent planning processes. Provides on-boarding, training, & mentoring supportContributes to medical/scientific training of relevant Novartis stakeholders on the disease area and compound/molecule. May serve as speaker for franchise medical/scientific trainingMay serve on or lead global initiatives (e.g., process improvement, training, SOP development, other Clinical Development line function initiatives)Specific responsibilities related to the clinical program in CRM include:Serving as the lead medical for a pivotal registration trial (CV outcomes study)Leading the clinical work related to an NDA submissionCoach and support junior clinical team members through the submission phaseMinimum Requirements:MD or equivalent medical degree required. Advanced knowledge and clinical training in a medical/scientific area (e.g., internal medicine or sub-specialty) required, with Medical Board certification preferred; Clinical practice experience ≥ 4 years (including residency) preferredFluent oral and written English≥ 7 years of involvement in clinical research or drug development in an academic or industry environment spanning clinical activities in Phases I ~ IV≥ 4 years of contribution to and accomplishment in all aspects of conducting clinical trials (e.g., planning, executing, reporting and publishing) in a global/matrix environment in pharmaceutical industryNDA submission experience with major health authorities (FDA and EMA)Advanced knowledge of assigned therapeutic areaDemonstrated ability to establish strong scientific partnership with key stakeholdersThorough knowledge of GCP, clinical trial design, statistical analysis methodology, and regulatory/clinical development processExcellent communication skills, written and oralStrong interpersonal skillsExcellent negotiation and conflict resolution skillsEEO Statement:The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.Accessibility and reasonable accommodationsThe Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
https://www.novartis.com/careers/careers-research/notice-all-applicants-us-job-openingsSalary Range$257,600.00 - $386,400.00
Skills DesiredClinical Trials, Cross-Functional Teams, Data Analysis, Data Monitoring, Drug Development, Drug Discovery, Medical Research, Medical Strategy, People Management