Associate Director, Clinical Sciences – Translational Medicine
Novartis UK
London, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Global early-phase clinical trial leadership
Protocol development and study design
Cross-functional team matrix management
This senior role provides scientific and operational leadership for complex global early-phase clinical studies from first-in-human through development decisions
Job Summary
This senior role provides scientific and operational leadership for complex global early-phase clinical studies from first-in-human through development decisions.
The incumbent will independently lead protocol development, manage study budgets, and drive feasibility assessments while ensuring high-quality data delivery.
Although there is no direct people management responsibility, the role requires active mentorship and collaboration to evolve ways of working within the Translational Medicine function.
Matching Summary
This senior role provides scientific and operational leadership for complex global early-phase clinical studies from first-in-human through development decisions.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Global early-phase clinical trial leadership
Protocol development and study design
Cross-functional team matrix management
Budget forecasting and management
ICH-GCP regulatory compliance knowledge
Nice-to-have
Mentoring and coaching capabilities
Continuous improvement initiatives
High learning agility across therapeutic areas
Constructive challenge and accountability
Diversity and inclusion commitment
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in life sciences or healthcare required
Advanced degree (MSc, PhD, PharmD, MD) preferred
8+ years experience in clinical trials and development
Experience as Clinical Scientist or Study Leader for global trials