Job Description Summary
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Location: London, United Kingdom or Dublin, Ireland; Barcelona, Spain
At Novartis, we’re reimagining medicine—and as Clinical Development Medical Director – Nuclear Medicine, you’ll be at the forefront of that mission.
This is your opportunity to shape the future of oncology and nuclear medicine by leading clinical programs that push the boundaries of innovation.
From radioligand therapies to CAR-T, your strategic leadership will directly influence the development of life-changing treatments for patients with lung, breast, and prostate cancers, as well as hematologic diseases.
Every decision you make will help bring hope to patients and families around the world, accelerating access to therapies that improve and extend lives.
Join a purpose-driven team where your expertise will drive global impact and scientific advancement.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategic clinical planning and execution for assigned nuclear medicine programs
- Provide expert medical input into trial design, regulatory documents, and development plans
- Drive global clinical trial execution in collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Ensure patient safety oversight and contribute to safety management activities
- Support development of disease-specific clinical standards and protocols
- Represent clinical development in internal and external scientific discussions
- Interpret and present clinical data to guide program decisions and regulatory strategy
- Foster collaboration across global teams to accelerate delivery of innovative therapies
Essential Requirements
- Medical degree (MD or equivalent) with advanced clinical training in a relevant medical or scientific field
- Minimum 4 years of clinical practice experience, including residency
- At least 3 years of experience in clinical research or drug development, with expertise in nuclear medicine
- Proven track record in leading clinical activities across Phases I–IV in academic or industry settings
- Minimum 2 years of global clinical trial execution experience in a matrixed pharmaceutical environment
- Strong knowledge of oncology and ability to interpret and present clinical efficacy and safety data
- Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), trial design, statistics, and regulatory processes
- Previous global people management experience, including leadership in matrix environments
Desirable Requirements
- Board Certification in Nuclear Medicine
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
Clinical Trials, Cross-Functional Teams, Data Analysis, Data Monitoring, Drug Development, Drug Discovery, Medical Research, Medical Strategy, People Management