Novartis Hiring for Executive Director, Global Head – Cell & Gene Therapies job in Cambridge Full Time

About the role
Position is located in Cambridge, MA or San Diego, CA

As Executive Director and Global Head for Cell & Gene Therapies, you will have an opportunity to join the Biologics Research Center (BRC) as a leader at the cutting edge of innovative medicine development to improve patient lives.
BRC builds the biologics pipeline in collaboration with Novartis Biomedical Research (NBR) Disease Areas and Platforms via a breadth of technologies for discovery of antibody, protein, gene therapy and RNA-based therapeutics.

We are seeking a highly motivated scientist and leader specialized in viral and non-viral gene therapies to lead the global Cell & Gene Therapy (CGT) group within BRC. The CGT group drives a diverse portfolio of therapeutic programs and innovation for non-viral and viral cell and gene therapies such as CAR-T, gene replacement, knockdown and more. Through innovative cell and viral engineering and state of the art research scale production platform, the CGT group works collaboratively with Disease Area groups to broaden the use of viral and nonviral vectors into therapeutic applications where conventional biologics and low molecular weight drugs have limitations.

Your key responsibilities are, but not limited to :
• Lead a team of >50 highly talented scientists on three sites responsible to drive cell and gene therapies to patients.
• Establishes mid- and long-term goals, plan of action and implementation for the CGT team (e.g. annual objectives) in line with BRC and NBR strategy and objectives.
• Develops and implements internal and external strategy for innovation of next generation viral and non-viral therapies across NBR including but not limited to novel payloads, optimized regulatable vectors and highly selective delivery to target cell types.
• Represents CGT to senior NBR DA/FA and corporate leaders.
• Manages the global budget of the CGT Unit within BRC.
• Ensures allocation of group resources according to portfolio and platform priorities.
• Sets outsourcing strategy for the global CGT team.
• Interfaces with downstream development colleagues to improve the platform and bring lead candidates towards full development.
• Collaborates and coordinates activities with other global BRC and NBR units.
• Offer innovative approaches to scientific questions and troubleshooting efforts.
• Identifies Disease Areas unmet needs

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

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• Novartis: e-mail [email protected] or call +1 (877)395-2339
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Role Requirements
•PhD with more than 10 years relevant experience and recognized both internally and externally as expert in cell and gene therapy development.
•Experience leading global teams.
•Demonstrated ability to recruit, retain and develop diverse and agile associates with different expertise, seniority and tasks to ensure long term talent development and talent pipeline including succession planning.
•Background in leading and mentoring a research group consisting of associates of all levels and acting as a manager of managers
•Prior experience and deep knowledge of viral (AAV, LVV) and non-viral vectors applied to discovery, lead optimization and development of therapeutic candidates.
•A demonstrated track record of success as judged by publications, patents and advanced therapeutic programs.
•Highly collaborative spirit inside and outside of department to advance programs to clinic; good communication skills, creativity, and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
•Experience delivering viral and nonviral vector therapeutic candidates across multiple indications in neuroscience and other indications.
•Excellent, oral and written communication skills, track record in scientific collaboration with a strong interest/potential in expanding beyond core science.
Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
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Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.
Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $212,000 and $318,00 /year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/23 through 12/31/23, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
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