Precision Medicine Director

About the role

The Precision Medicine Director will shape and execute precision‑medicine strategies that support Novartis clinical programs. Working at the crossroads of clinical development, biomarker science, and diagnostics, the role ensures patient selection, regulatory alignment, and high‑quality delivery of clinical and diagnostic initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement precision‑medicine strategies aligned with disease‑area and program goals.
• Lead cross‑functional biomarker sub‑teams covering molecular epidemiology, assay development, and data analysis.
• Serve as a core member of global clinical teams and act as the subject‑matter expert on precision medicine.
• Contribute to diagnostic target product profiles and companion‑diagnostic development plans.
• Identify and mitigate risks to ensure successful program delivery.
• Author biomarker and diagnostic sections of key clinical development documents.
• Support regulatory submissions as the precision‑medicine and biomarker expert.
• Facilitate collaborations with external academic and scientific partners.
• Ensure compliance with medical‑device regulations and internal quality standards.

Required profile

• Significant experience in clinical research, clinical trials, or precision medicine within a life‑sciences environment.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional, multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of biomarker strategies, companion diagnostics, and clinical development processes.
• Experience working in regulated environments and complying with global regulatory standards.
• Leadership, stakeholder‑management, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage risk and drive strategic decision‑making.
• Experience developing clinical or regulatory documentation.
• Strong scientific and analytical capabilities.

Required skills

• Biomarker assay development
• Molecular epidemiology
• Data analysis
• Regulatory submission preparation