Associate Clinical Development Director (Neuroscience)

Job Description Summary

LOCATION: London, United Kingdom or Dublin, Ireland or Basel, Switzerland
ROLE TYPE: Hybrid Working, #LI-Hybrid

Step into a role where your clinical expertise can shape the future of neuroscience. As Associate Clinical Development Director, you’ll be at the forefront of global clinical trials, driving innovation and scientific excellence across complex neurological conditions.

Your insights will directly influence trial strategy, regulatory documentation, and patient safety, making a meaningful impact on lives worldwide.

Join a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and bold thinking where your contributions truly matter.

This is your opportunity to help reimagine medicine and make a lasting difference.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to clinical development strategy and author trial-related documents aligned with the Clinical Development Plan
• Provide scientific input into regulatory documents including Investigator’s Brochures and submission dossiers
• Oversee clinical trial execution, ensuring scientific integrity and patient safety in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Conduct ongoing review and interpretation of trial data with internal experts and safety boards
• Support final analyses, reporting, and publication of clinical trial results
• Lead clinical trials as Clinical Scientific Lead, guiding all clinical aspects in partnership with medical monitors
• Participate in global initiatives to enhance clinical development processes and standards

Essential Requirements

• Advanced degree in life sciences or healthcare; PharmD or PhD strongly preferred
• Minimum 3 years of clinical research or drug development experience across Phases I–IV
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience conducting global clinical trials in a matrixed environment
• Proven knowledge in neuroscience or related areas such as neurodegenerative or rare neurological diseases
• Strong understanding of clinical trial design, methodology, statistics, and regulatory processes
• Fluent in written and spoken English with excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders
• Skilled in negotiation, conflict resolution, and building strong interpersonal relationships

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in neuroscience-related therapeutic areas such as neuroinflammation, neuromuscular, or rare neurological diseases
• Familiarity with Cell & Gene therapies or advanced clinical trial methodologies

Why Novartis?

We believe new insights, perspectives, and ground-breaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Join us and help reimagine medicine for millions of patients worldwide.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion / EEO

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

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Skills Desired

Budget Management, Clinical Research, Clinical Trial Protocol, Clinical Trials, Coaching, Cross-Functional Teams, Data Analysis, Learning Design, Lifesciences, Risk Management, Risk Monitoring