Accountable for all country clinical operations activities related to the allocation, initiation, conduct and timely completion of Phase I-IV Oncology and Pharma clinical trials
Implementing the Study & Site Operations archetype and Hub/Country strategy
Building a high performing team culture and ensuring standardization across Development Units
Ensuring alignment on portfolio strategy, prioritization and performance to aligned objectives for GDD trial delivery
Defines and drives Country Study & Site Operations strategy to achieve Hub/Country business and trial strategy objectives
Active monitoring of the KQI’s and development, maintenance and execution of yearly process control plan in the Country to adhere to clinical data standards

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in life sciences required
Minimum 10 years’ experience in clinical research - planning/executing and/or monitoring clinical trials with minimum 4 years in a people management role
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, strategic thinking and matrix management skills
Established track record of leading successful teams
Excellent site management capabilities with demonstrated negotiating and problem-solving skills including financial management
Excellent organizational, interpersonal skills with extensive networking expected
Excellent communicator and presenter (oral and written), ability to communicate to Sr. Leaders

Benefits

Health insurance
Life and disability benefits
401(k) with company contribution and match
Generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves
Performance-based cash incentive
Eligibility for annual equity awards

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

clinical researchclinical trialstrial executionmonitoringfinancial managementprocess controldata standardsGCPICHFDA

Soft Skills

leadershipstrategic thinkingmatrix managementnegotiatingproblem-solvingorganizational skillsinterpersonal skillsnetworkingcommunicationpresentation

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in life sciences