Job Description

Summary LOCATION: London, United Kingdom OR Dublin, Ireland
ROLE TYPE: Full Time, Permanent, Hybrid Working #LI-Hybrid
Step into a pivotal leadership role where your strategic vision and clinical expertise will shape the future of global drug development.
As Director of the Central Integrated Scientific Review Committee, you'll drive operational excellence across complex clinical programs, influence cross-functional teams, and foster a culture of empowerment and innovation.
Your work will directly contribute to accelerating access to life-changing treatments, improving patient outcomes worldwide, and setting new standards in clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities
Lead strategic and operational planning for assigned clinical programs from end to end
Oversee budget and resource allocation across global teams and clinical functions
Ensure quality and compliance across all clinical activities and program deliverables
Manage and develop high-performing teams in a matrixed, cross-functional environment
Drive process improvement initiatives and knowledge sharing across clinical operations
Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational and budget management capabilities
Represent the function in global initiatives, including SOP development and training
Ensure timely reporting of technical complaints and adverse events per regulatory standards
Essential Requirements
Medical degree or advanced life sciences/healthcare qualification; PharmD or PhD strongly preferred
Demonstratable experience in a decision-making role within clinical research or drug development across Phases I-IV
Proven success in global clinical trial execution within a matrixed pharmaceutical environment
Strong leadership and people management capabilities across diverse, cross-functional teams
Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
Demonstrated ability to influence without formal authority
Fluent in both written and spoken English
Deep understanding of regulatory standards and compliance in clinical operations
Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting, and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse team's representative of the patients and communities we serve.
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Skills Desired Budget Management, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Coaching, Cross-Functional Teams, Lifesciences, People Management, Risk Management, Risk Monitoring

Skills Required