Director, Nonclinical Safety Assessment Expert (multiple Therapeutic Areas)

Novartis

Cambridge, MA, United States
Base: $185,500 - $344,500; bonus/equity: performan...
On-site (with hybrid options available)
Global nonclinical safety leadership
Regulatory compliant safety strategies
Cross-functional r&d team authority
The Director, Nonclinical Safety Assessment Expert at Novartis is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing global nonclinical safety strategies across multiple therapeutic areas. The position requires extensive experience in nonclinical drug development and direct interactions with global Health Authorities, with a focus on regulatory compliance and scientific leadership

Job Summary

  • Provide global, end to end nonclinical safety leadership across multiple therapeutic areas and modalities, ensuring scientifically robust, fit for purpose, and regulatory compliant safety strategies.
  • Serve as the primary Preclinical Safety (PCS) authority on cross functional R&D teams and in interactions with global Health Authorities.
  • Success is defined by timely clinical entry, robust regulatory outcomes, and strong cross functional trust in PCS scientific leadership.

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The Director, Nonclinical Safety Assessment Expert at Novartis is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing global nonclinical safety strategies across multiple therapeutic areas. The position requires extensive experience in nonclinical drug development and direct interactions with global Health Authorities, with a focus on regulatory compliance and scientific leadership.

Salary

Base: $185,500 - $344,500; Bonus/Equity: Performance-based cash incentive and eligibility for annual equity awards; Benefits: Health, life and disability benefits, 401(k) with company contribution and match, generous time off package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Global nonclinical safety leadership
  • Regulatory compliant safety strategies
  • Cross-functional R&D team authority
  • Health Authority interactions
  • Nonclinical safety assessment programs

Nice-to-have

  • Scientific integration across therapeutic areas
  • Mentorship and coaching colleagues
  • Support in-licensing and out-licensing opportunities

Key Requirements

  • PhD, MD, DVM, PharmD, or equivalent degree
  • 5+ years nonclinical safety Project Team member experience
  • 8+ years nonclinical drug development experience
  • Expertise across multiple modalities
  • Proven track record of Health Authority interaction

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