Scientific Advisor (Pharmaceutical Development)

Job Description Summary

Location: Basel, Switzerland #hybrid working #onsite

Role Purpose:
Elevate scientific standards in global PHAD by fostering a unified scientific mindset and rigorous innova-tion in collaboration with our partners in NCE, TRD and beyond. Ensure PHAD has the scientific capabilities to deliver its portfolio and is prepared for future needs. Promote systematic knowledge sharing within TRD NCE and PHAD and collaborate with external academic and industry partners. Implement and evaluate the impact of internal and external scientific trends into NCE development initiatives and guidelines in PHAD.

Job Description

Main Responsibilities:

• Maintain scientific rigor and support the development of a global PHAD scientific approach.
• Facilitate the connection between scientific advancements and their application to projects; provide input for innovation strategies and participate in science and innovation forums within PHAD and at TRD level via the TRD Innovation Council.
• Establish scientific standards and policies, address and manage any overlaps, and oversee implementation through a governance model that monitors progress across different disciplines.
• Develop guidelines for governance and scientific risk management to ensure consistency among various fields.
• Oversee the assessment and prioritization of new technologies, innovation initiatives, and contribute to data science programs in PHAD.
• Sponsor activities and networks that promote and maintain scientific excellence within PHAD (e.g. Technology Focus Groups).
• Serve as a representative for the Novartis Culture by encouraging innovation and mentoring/coaching junior associates in idea generation, support access to resources and funding.
• Participate in GENESIS lab activities led by NIBR and GDD, specifically regarding innovation calls and proposals.
• Build and maintain strong collaboration and networks with academia, drive and foster engagement with industry partners (e.g. industry fora, ICH, technology scouting etc.)​ and represent PHAD in scientific congresses, with lectures and industry meetings (i.e., roundtables)
• As a member of the PHAD global leadership team, actively contribute to PHAD strategy, vision and operations; represent PHAD at NCE cross-functional decision-/governance boards (as appropriate and for example the TRD Innovation Council Executive Committee).

Ideal Background:

Education (Minimum/Desirable):

Minimum:

PhD degree in technical or scientific area

Languages:

English spoken and written mandatory

Experience/Professional Requirement:

• Minimum of 15 years of experience within the pharmaceutical industry
• Thought leader of the drug development process incl. process commercialization and regulatory strategy
• A proven track record in leading and engaging people in a multicultural, global environment
• Proven ability to create and establish strategy and vision in organizations
• Strong network with academia and scientific circles

Skills Desired