(Senior) Global Head of Clinical Development Equity

(Senior) Global Head of Clinical Development Equity

Job ID

Jan 12, 2024

USA

About the Role

This position is based on site and may be based in East Hanover, New Jersey, United Kingdom, or Switzerland.

The Global Head of Clinical Development Equity is responsible for co-defining & implementing the Novartis strategy to ensure diverse patient representation across global clinical trials in line with regulatory requirements and to ensure our trial populations reflect the patient populations we serve. She/he will create an effective framework for diversity in our clinical programs across Drug Development and in collaboration with BRC (Biomedical Research). The role also will champion the Novartis Diversity &Inclusion (D&I) commitment in clinical trials internally and externally, including representing Novartis on external forums and events on trial D&I. This role will work closely with the Head DEI R&D (global) and Global Head, D&I in Clinical Trials Drug Development.

What you'll be doing:

• Establish an effective framework for planning D&I in our clinical programs and trials, leveraging existing team structures (GPTs, GCTs, CTTs).

• Engage early in the development lifecycle to advise teams on D&I strategies in their program & trial plans enabling recruitment of a more representative patient population

• Co-lead the Clinical Trial Diversity team. Build trust with society by embedding D&I within our Development trial strategy and increase participation of under-represented populations in Novartis clinical trials.

• Initiate and lead private-public sector partnership on Clinical Trial Diversity

• Develop and provide holistic training for internal associates as well as sites that tackle bias and systemic issues which are barriers to diversity in clinical trials.

• Lead and establish strategic D&I partnerships with patient groups, medical institutions and community organizations to advance our D&I commitments. Represent Novartis on D&I-related consortia to refine our D&I execution models.

• Monitor the external D&I landscape with a focus on clinical development. Identifies best practices, and understand current performance, gaps, and areas of opportunity.

• Partners with BRC, GMA, and Commercial, to share information on D&I operation challenges and to enhance understanding of the current and future competitive landscape and patients’ journey.

Assess the effectiveness and impact of D&I strategies on trial execution, timelines, budget and submission dossier and commercial outcomes.

Increase the visibility of Clinical Trial Diversity activities across Novartis, and ensure buy-in from Development leaders to drive equity in representation

Diversity & Inclusion / EEO

We 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.

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Role Requirements

What you'll bring to the role:

• Advanced degree in scientific or health care discipline, PharmD, MD, PhD preferred

• Fluency in English (oral and written)

• ≥10 years of clinical development experience recommended

• Has led strategy development and effectively translated strategy into an operational plan.

• Has a strong understanding of the evolving global D&I landscape and implications on the drug development process.

• Extensive knowledge of clinical development process, regulatory requirements pertaining to D&I, the importance of patient advocacy, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

• Experience in successfully leading teams in global functions

• Excellent overall business acumen and strong analytical skills including project management

• Strong experience in leading in matrix organizations

• Proven capability to lead on external partnerships with other Pharma companies, e.g. TransCelerate, ABPI, etc.

• Strong management, interpersonal and problem-solving skills working in a matrix environment

• Able to lead and influence without direct authority

• Outstanding communication and presentation skills

• In depth organizational awareness, including significant experience in matrix and high-pressure environments.

• Final job title and associated responsibilities will be commensurate with the successful candidate's level of experience

Why Novartis: Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

You’ll receive:

You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook.

https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams’ representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations: The 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 [email protected] call +1[Register to View] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $222,400 to $333,600/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/24, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

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Division

Development

Business Unit

CLINICAL DEVELOPMENT & CMO GDD

Location

USA

Site

East Hanover, NJ

Company / Legal Entity

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

Alternative Location 1

United Kingdom

Alternative Location 2

Switzerland

Functional Area

Research & Development

Job Type

Full Time

Employment Type

Regular

Shift Work

No