Job Description Summary
Step into a pivotal leadership role where your expertise will shape the future of clinical research in Argentina. As the SSO Country Head (OPC), you’ll drive the strategic execution of Phase I–IV clinical trials, ensuring high-quality data delivery and regulatory compliance. This is your opportunity to lead a dynamic team, influence global development strategies, and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes. At Novartis, your leadership will not only advance science—it will help reimagine medicine.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Drive national clinical operations strategy aligned with global and cluster-level objectives.
- Oversee trial feasibility, allocation, and execution across all study phases.
- Ensure timely delivery of high-quality clinical data and regulatory compliance.
- Lead and develop cross-functional teams, including managers and enabling functions.
- Optimize site selection and engagement to enhance trial performance.
- Monitor and manage performance metrics, quality indicators, and CAPAs.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align on portfolio strategy and execution.
- Manage country-level budget, headcount, and productivity targets.
- Foster a culture of compliance, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Represent Study & Site Operations in strategic discussions with medical and commercial leaders.
Essential Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences; advanced degree in science or business preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in clinical research, including trial planning and execution.
- At least 4 years in a people management role within a clinical or pharmaceutical setting.
- Deep understanding of clinical development, trial monitoring, and regulatory compliance.
- Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams and complex communications.
- Strong knowledge of international standards (GCP/ICH) and local health authority regulations.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and strategic thinking skills.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
Desirable Requirements
- Experience working in a global matrix organization within the pharmaceutical industry.
- Demonstrated success in driving innovation and continuous improvement in clinical operations.
Skills Desired
Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, People Management, Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Resource Management (Organizational), Risk Management
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