Development Unit Head Patient Safety - Oncology

Location East Hanover, New Jersey Key Responsibilities Shape and execute the Oncology Development Unit safety strategy across the entire product lifecycle. Lead benefit‑risk assessments to support informed decision‐making and optimal patient outcomes. Build, inspire, and develop a high‑performing global Patient Safety organization. Drive proactive identification, evaluation, and management of emerging safety signals and risks. Ensure delivery of high‑quality, compliant, and timely medical safety assessments and documentation. Partner with cross‑functional leaders to advance innovative medicines through development and registration. Provide strategic oversight of safety governance, escalation processes, and regulatory engagement. Champion scientific excellence through coaching, capability building, and succession planning. Represent Novartis in interactions with health authorities, industry groups, and external experts. Foster operational excellence by driving innovation, process simplification, and continuous improvement. Essential Requirements Medical degree required with extensive experience in clinical development and patient safety within the pharmaceutical industry. Significant leadership experience overseeing global drug development and safety activities across multiple development programs. Deep expertise in benefit‑risk evaluation, safety signal detection, and clinical safety assessment methodologies. Proven experience leading regulatory interactions and presenting safety data to global health authorities. Strong understanding of drug development, clinical trial methodology, regulatory requirements, and scientific principles. Demonstrated success leading, coaching, and developing high‑performing, multicultural teams in a global environment. Exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills across complex organizational settings. Fluent English, both written and spoken, with the ability to communicate effectively in global environments. Desirable Skills Specialty Board Certification is considered an advantage. Postgraduate qualification in Pharmaceutical Medicine, Public Health, Epidemiology, or a related scientific discipline is desirable. Proficiency in an additional major international language, such as French, German, or Spanish, is advantageous. Compensation and Benefits The salary for this position is expected to range between $288,400 and $535,600 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on relevant skills and experience. Upon joining Novartis, the salary will be reviewed periodically. Your compensation will include a performance‑based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US‑based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a generous time‑off package including vacation, personal days, holidays, and other leaves. EEO Statement The Novartis Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Novartis does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Accessibility & Reasonable Accommodations The Novartis Group of Companies is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e‑mail to View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io and include the job requisition number in your message. #J-18808-Ljbffr Novartis Farmacéutica