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Novartis

Sep 30

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Research & Development
  • Dublin

AI generated summary

  • You need a Master's/Doctorate in life sciences or MBA with a Science degree, 5+ years pharma experience, strong project management skills, and excellent communication for cross-functional teams.
  • You will develop project strategies, manage communications, identify risks, prepare governance materials, coordinate meetings, and maintain project plans while fostering team collaboration and excellence.

Requirements

  • Masters or Doctorate in life sciences (or MBA with Bachelor of Science degree) and 5+ years pharma industry experience
  • 5+ years or equivalent multi-/cross functional team experience
  • Intermediate knowledge in drug development
  • Strong project / program management skills
  • Previous track record of success in working with large scale and complex international and multidisciplinary drug development teams
  • Expert planning and tracking skills, ability to use proper tools in program management
  • Well organized, focused on results, capable of managing multiple projects, excellent time management skills with respect to priorities and self-management
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) for bridging across diverse, cross functional, multi-national, geographically dispersed teams

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the development of the program/project strategy and Target Product Profile (TPP) and partner with the Global Program Executive Director (GPED)/Global Program Director (GPD) (as applicable) and GPT members to translate the strategy into a realistic Integrated Development Plan (IDP)
  • Coordinate preparation and compilation of strategic documents and preparations for project tollgates (endorsement for moving through the development phases) in collaboration with the GPT and GPED/GPD (as applicable)
  • Proactively identify project risks and issues and contribute to development of mitigation strategies
  • Support communication of program/project status, changes and risks horizontally and vertically in a proactive, transparent and timely manner
  • Support preparation of comprehensive program/project recommendations and presentations for governance boards
  • Manage GPT meeting logistics and prepare high quality GPT agendas and draft minutes in a timely manner. Record action items / decisions and liaise with GPT members on follow-up activities and deliverables.
  • Support timely executive communication of project status as required by the organization (e.g., One Pager, Executive Gantt chart, monthly Innovation Management Board (IMB)/Development Leadership Team (DevLT) updates, GPT minutes)
  • Lead generation and maintenance of a complete and accurate project plan and forecast in the enterprise planning system (e.g., Horizon). This includes liaising with partner functions to ensure a realistic plan that reflects the strategy.
  • Partner with Global Program Head (GPH) and GPED or GPD (as applicable) to enable a successful team culture based on the Novartis values and behaviors, the expertise and contributions of the GPT members, shared responsibility, and the coordination of work towards a common goal
  • Demonstrate behavioral strengths of proactivity, resilience, personal integrity, commitment to excellence, critical/analytical thinking, courage and creativity, agility and influence.

FAQs

What is the role of the Global Program Associate Director (GPAD)?

The GPAD provides project management expertise and operational support for global drug development programs, ensuring accurate plans, documentation, and efficient operations within the Global Program Team (GPT).

What are the essential requirements for this position?

Candidates must have a Masters or Doctorate in life sciences (or an MBA with a Bachelor of Science degree) and at least 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, along with 5 years of multi-/cross-functional team experience and intermediate knowledge in drug development.

What is the expected working arrangement for this position?

The role operates on a hybrid approach with the expectation of being in the office 12 days per month.

Where can the Global Program Associate Director position be based?

The position can be based in Dublin, Ireland or Basel, Switzerland, but relocation assistance is not available.

Are there any desirable skills or qualifications for the GPAD role?

Yes, candidates with a successful track record in large-scale, international drug development teams, expert planning and tracking skills, and strong interpersonal and communication skills are preferred.

Is there a commitment to diversity and inclusion at Novartis?

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

What kind of projects will the GPAD be involved with?

The GPAD will be involved in coordinating projects related to drug development, project risk management, stakeholder communication, and supporting governance board preparations.

What is the importance of the Target Product Profile (TPP) in this role?

The TPP is integral in developing the program/project strategy and helps in translating those strategies into a realistic Integrated Development Plan (IDP).

What type of culture does Novartis promote within teams?

Novartis promotes a successful team culture based on shared responsibility, collaboration, and alignment with the company's values and behaviors.

Will the GPAD need to prepare presentations for governance boards?

Yes, the GPAD will support the preparation of comprehensive program/project recommendations and presentations for governance boards as part of their responsibilities.

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Novartis

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Novartis is reimagining medicine to improve and extend people’s lives. As a leading global medicines company, we use innovative science and digital technologies to create transformative treatments in areas of great medical need. In our quest to find new medicines, we consistently rank among the world’s top companies investing in research and development. Novartis products reach nearly 800 million people globally and we are finding innovative ways to expand access to our latest treatments. Around 108,000 people of more than 140 nationalities work at Novartis around the world.

Culture & Values

  • Inspired

    Engage our people. Strive for patients. Live our purpose

  • Curious

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  • Unbossed

    Create clarity. Serve others. Own your actions

  • Integrity

    Be honest. Have courage. Do what’s right