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Translational Medicine Expert – Gastroenterology, Associate Director

London
£67.9k – £126.1k/yr
Posted about 13 hours ago
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Location: London

Translational Medicine Discovery & Profiling (TMDP) is a group of physicians and clinical researchers who drive innovative science from discovery to the patient through the selection, profiling, and early clinical development of medicines. Translational Medicine Experts (TMEs) oversee phase 1 first-in-human (FiH) and phase 2 proof-of-concept (PoC) and dose range finding (DRF) studies in support for Phase 3 development. TMEs are key and highly visible members of global cross-functional project teams that design and implement early research and discovery projects. TMEs collaborate with colleagues in biology and chemistry to identify targets in diseases with significant unmet medical needs and provide input on likely clinical development pathways, design clinical development plans in collaboration with late phase development, draft clinical trial protocols and serve as medical leads for these trials.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead global clinical trial teams through phase 1 and 2 development
  • Draft the early clinical development plan
  • Act as medical lead for early clinical studies
  • Represent the team in relevant decision boards
  • Serve a primary contact for internal and external key opinion leaders
  • Oversee publication and internal/external presentation of clinical study results
  • Work closely with biomarker experts in implementation
  • Collaborate with research scientists to identify, develop and implement strategy for preclinical support of program related objectives
  • Actively participate in Health Authority interactions

Essential Requirements

  • Medical doctor with board certification in gastroenterology or relevant medical specialty
  • Several years of clinical experience treating IBD (UC and CD) patients.
  • Ability to learn fast and work independently
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a matrix organization.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills

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  • Research experience (e.g., Ph.D.) is a plus but not a strict requirement
  • Drug development experience as trial investigator or pharma experience are a plus but not strict requirements.
  • Publications in the field of IBD are a plus but not a strict requirement

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: £67,900.00 - 97,000.00 - 126,100.00 GBP Annual

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. Long-term equity awards granted at group level may also be part of your package. Further details will be provided during the application process.

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Skills

Clinical Trial Leadership
Clinical Development Planning
Gastroenterology
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Phase 1 and 2 Development
Medical Writing
Cross-functional Collaboration
Biomarker Implementation
Stakeholder Management
Health Authority Interaction
Presentation Skills
Matrix Organization Leadership

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

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