Medical Research Director

5 days ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Novartis Group Companies Full time
Overview

The Novartis Group of Companies is a leading pharmaceutical company committed to developing innovative treatments for cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. As a Medical Research Director, you will play a crucial role in driving research advances and translating them into therapeutic breakthroughs for patients.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Medical Research Director with a strong background in clinical trials, drug development, and medical strategy. Your primary responsibility will be to lead cross-functional teams through the proof-of-concept phase and beyond, identifying targets in diseases with significant unmet medical needs and providing input on likely clinical development pathways.

Responsibilities

* Develop high-value decision-strategies for the Translational Medicine component of drug development projects
* Lead global cross-functional project teams through the proof-of-concept phase and beyond
* Collaborate with colleagues in biology and chemistry to identify targets in diseases with significant unmet medical needs
* Provide input on likely clinical development pathways

Requirements

* Doctoral degree, MD required with clinical subspecialty training preferred in cardiovascular disease or endocrinology/metabolic disease; Additional PhD/post-doctoral equivalent research preferred
* At least 1-2 years' experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech company, CRO, or academic medical center, or related experience; 5 plus years to be considered for Director level
* Recognized for medical expertise
* Recognized for scientific expertise: respected by colleagues internally and externally, have made significant contributions to the field and created / established new concepts; record of high quality publications in international scientific journals
* Excellent written and oral communication/presentation skills
* Independence: Able to work independently on study planning and execution, and with supervision on project planning
* Leadership of Collaborations: Able to lead multidisciplinary teams in a matrix organization
* Innovation: Seeks out new clinical discovery opportunities and PoC approaches

Benefits and Rewards

This position offers a competitive salary range of $222,400 - $386,400 per year, depending on level and experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, financial, and paid time off benefits. We also offer opportunities for professional growth and development, as well as a dynamic and inclusive work environment.

EEO Statement

The Novartis Group of Companies 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.

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