Clinical Development Medical Director - CRM
Summary : Are you passionate about shaping the future of clinical development and making a meaningful impact to patients?
About The Role
We are looking for an experienced and visionary Clinical Development Medical Director (CDMD) to take the lead in driving the strategic planning and execution of our cutting-edge clinical programs. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the end-to-end clinical development process for assigned programs. Your expertise and leadership will ensure the seamless execution of clinical development plans while fostering a culture of empowerment, agility, and collaboration within a dynamic matrixed environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced, purpose-driven organization and have the skills to adapt swiftly to evolving business needs, we would love to have you on board!
Major Accountabilities
- Providing or supporting clinical leadership and strategic medical input for all clinical deliverables in the assigned project or section of a clinical program
- Leading development of clinical sections of trial and program level regulatory documents
- Driving execution of the assigned clinical program and / or clinical trial in partnership with global line functions, assigned Global Trial Directors (GTDs), and regional / country medical associates, where applicable
- Supporting (Senior) Global Program Clinical Head (GPCH) in ensuring overall safety of the molecule for the assigned section, and may act as a core member of the Safety Management Team (SMT), supporting overall program safety reporting in collaboration with Patient Safety colleagues
- Supporting the Clinical Development Head (CDH) by providing medical input into Clinical Development Plan (CDP), Integrated Development Plan (IDP) and Clinical Trial Protocol (CTP) reviews, and contributing to / driving development of disease clinical standards for new disease areas
- As a medical expert, supporting the (Sr.) GPCH or CDH in interactions with external and internal stakeholders and decision boards
- May work with Biomedical Research / Translational Medical Sciences to drive transition of pre-PoC projects to Development Decision Point (DDP) and with BD&L including target identification and due diligences together with other medical matters, as needed
Essential Requirements
MD or equivalent medical degree is required in addition to advanced knowledge and clinical trainingClinical practice experience (including residency / fellowship) and board certification or eligibility in NephrologyExperience in clinical research or drug development preferredExperience in an academic clinical research or industry environment spanning clinical activities in Phases I through IV requiredExperience in contributing to and accomplishing in all aspects of conducting clinical trials (planning, executing, reporting and publishing) in a global / matrix environment in pharmaceutical industry requiredWorking knowledge of disease area is required, with proven ability to interpret, discuss and present efficacy and safety data relating to clinical trial(s) and proven ability to understand and interpret basic and clinical scientific research reportsDemonstrated ability to establish effective scientific partnerships with key stakeholdersWorking knowledge of GCP, clinical trial design, statistics, and regulatory and clinical development processesCommitment To Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
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 to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?
Benefits and Rewards
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Job Details
Seniority level : DirectorEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Research, Analyst, and Information TechnologyIndustries : Pharmaceutical Manufacturing#J-18808-Ljbffr