Translational Medicine Job at Novartis, Hyderabad
Ready to lead cutting-edge clinical pharmacology studies at a global pharmaceutical company? Novartis is hiring an Associate Director – Translational Medicine Expert (Clinical Pharmacology) for its Hyderabad office. This Translational Medicine Job in Hyderabad is ideal for experienced MD professionals with expertise in clinical pharmacology, First-in-Human (FiH) studies, and translational medicine. If you are passionate about advancing innovative therapies and contributing to global drug development, this role at Novartis Careers offers an excellent platform to make a meaningful impact.
About the Company:
Novartis is a leading global healthcare company committed to reimagining medicine to improve and extend people’s lives. Through innovation, scientific excellence, and advanced research, Novartis develops transformative medicines across multiple therapeutic areas. Its Biomedical Research division drives early-stage drug discovery and clinical development while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven work environment. With a strong presence in India, Novartis continues to contribute to global healthcare by accelerating breakthrough therapies for patients worldwide.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Associate Director – Translational Medicine Expert, Clinical Pharmacology
- Job ID: REQ-10077149
- Division: Biomedical Research
- Business Unit: Research
- Location: Hyderabad, India
- Functional Area: Research & Development
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Job Type: Regular
- Shift: Day Shift (No Shift Work)
Key Responsibilities:
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Clinical Pharmacology Portfolio Leadership
- Lead multiple First-in-Human (FiH) and Clinical Pharmacology studies simultaneously.
- Provide medical, scientific, and operational leadership throughout study execution.
- Contribute expert input to Study Concept Sheets, clinical protocols, Informed Consent Forms, Statistical Analysis Plans, and TLF shells.
- Oversee medical monitoring, participant safety, safety reviews, medical coding, and safety reporting.
- Support Site Initiation Visits and ongoing clinical oversight.
- Lead the preparation of Clinical Study Reports (CSRs).
- Contribute to scientific publications, abstracts, posters, manuscripts, and technical summaries.
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Clinical Pharmacology Strategy & Collaboration
- Provide strategic Clinical Pharmacology guidance to optimize study design.
- Collaborate with Translational Medicine Experts (TMEs) on compound strategy and development plans.
- Partner with cross-functional Clinical Pharmacology Trial Teams and external CROs.
- Support process improvements and capability-building initiatives.
- Strengthen collaboration across research, clinical development, and external partners.
- Deliver high-quality scientific data supporting regulatory submissions and development milestones.
Educational Requirements for the Translational Medicine Job:
- MD degree in a relevant medical specialty.
- PhD, post-doctoral training, board certification, or significant Clinical Pharmacology research experience is preferred.
- Extensive experience in First-in-Human (FiH) and Clinical Pharmacology studies.
- Experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical companies, CROs, or academic medical centers is desirable.
- Experience in Translational Medicine therapeutic areas is an added advantage.
- Professional proficiency in written and spoken English.
Skills Required:
- Strong expertise in Clinical Pharmacology and Translational Medicine.
- Experience in First-in-Human (FiH) clinical trials.
- Knowledge of clinical trial design and execution.
- Medical monitoring and participant safety management.
- Regulatory submission experience.
- Scientific and medical writing skills.
- Clinical Study Report (CSR) preparation.
- Strong understanding of GCP and regulatory requirements.
- Cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to collaborate with CROs, investigators, and global project teams.
- Strategic thinking and scientific problem-solving abilities.
Benefits of the Translational Medicine Job:
- Join one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical and biomedical research organizations.
- Lead innovative First-in-Human and Clinical Pharmacology studies.
- Work on global drug development programs across multiple therapeutic areas.
- Collaborate with internationally recognized scientists, physicians, and research experts.
- Contribute to regulatory submissions and breakthrough therapies.
- Opportunities to publish scientific research and present findings at global conferences.
- Inclusive, collaborative, and innovation-driven work environment.
- Continuous learning, leadership development, and career advancement opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive employee benefits.
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of global healthcare through translational medicine and clinical research.
