Therapeutic Area Head, PK Science- Neuroscience
Novartis
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Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Define and implement integrated platform and program strategies from discovery through registration
Support data-driven decision-making and differentiated development strategies for the neuroscience portfolio.
Oversee pharmacokinetic, pharmacology, and nonclinical safety contributions to regulatory submissions and supporting documentation
Support health authority interactions by ensuring high-quality scientific input into development and regulatory strategies
Drive cross-functional collaboration across discovery, development, regulatory, and other key partner functions to ensure rigorous and efficient program execution
Build, lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing scientific team, including oversight of scientists based at the Basel, Cambridge, and San Diego sites.
Serve as a scientific thought leader internally and externally through collaborations, publications, presentations, and participation in relevant scientific forums
Promote operational excellence through disciplined execution, continuous improvement, and effective use of resources
Leverage digital tools, AI, and automation, where appropriate, to enhance insight generation, efficiency, and decision-making
Essential Requirements
PhD or PharmD in pharmacokinetics, pharmacology, toxicology, biomarker sciences, pharmaceutics, biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline
Significant biopharmaceutical industry experience, typically 12 or more years, spanning preclinical and clinical drug discovery and development, including senior leadership responsibility
Demonstrated people leadership experience, including hiring, mentoring, coaching, and developing scientific talent
Strong understanding of global regulatory requirements and experience contributing to submissions such as INDs, IMPDs, NDAs, and BLAs
Proven ability to work effectively in a matrixed, cross-functional environment and influence across teams and organizational levels
Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of scientific rigor and sound judgment
Desirable Requirements
Experience in neuroscience disease
Experience in bioanalytical assay development and biomarker strategy
Familiarity with late-stage development and registration-enabling activities
Experience applying digital tools, AI, or machine learning to scientific decision-making and development execution
Track record of external scientific visibility through publications, presentations, or industry engagement
Accessibility and accommodation:
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Skills Desired
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