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Clinical Research Medical Advisor (m/f/d) - Cardio-Renal-Metabolism

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Novartis

Jan 4, 2025

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Barcelona

Requirements

  • Essential Requirements:
  • Scientific degree M.D., Ph.D., or Pharm.D. (M.D. is preferred) with ideally, 3 years of clinical development experience in the pharmaceutical industry or clinical practice.
  • Sound understanding of the overall clinical development process, and ICH/GCP principles.
  • The ability to speak and write English.
  • Agility to move quickly across different therapeutic areas and indications as well as ability to prepare and deliver high quality presentations.
  • Desirable Requirements:
  • Subspecialty training.

Responsibilities

  • Validates study designs, is accountable for, and makes the final decision on the clinical/medical trial and program feasibility of implementing a clinical trial protocol based on medical/clinical practice and analysis of the competitive environment in the country.
  • Actively contributes to scientific/clinical/medical aspects of the start-up phase to ensure fast clinical trial site start-up.
  • Provides clinical/medical expertise to clinical trial operations team members and clinical trial sites for Institutional Review Boards (IRB)/ Ethics Committee (EC) interactions.
  • Provides scientific/clinical/medical expertise during interactions with Country/Cluster external Experts (e.g., Regulatory Authorities, Medical Experts, Advisory Boards, Patient Advocacy Groups, etc.).
  • Develops clinical/medical trial plans taking the broader ecosystem into account for assigned programs/trials to ensure successful trial implementation.
  • As the scientific/clinical/medical expert, supports and partners with internal Stakeholders (e.g., Clinical Trial Team, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Information, Medical Affairs, Marketing, Patient Access, Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HE&OR), clinical trial operations, etc.), and internal decision boards as needed regarding clinical trials.
  • Gathers, informs, and acts on insights from clinical trial Investigators/site staff, Medical Experts, patients, and payers, with internal Stakeholders at the Country/Cluster level with the goal to optimize clinical trial implementation.
  • Accountable for adherence to safety standards, clinical data quality for the Country/Cluster and provides general scientific/clinical/medical support for safety issues.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Clinical Research Medical Advisor (CRMA)?

The primary responsibility of the CRMA is to provide clinical strategic and tactical leadership for country clinical/medical aspects associated with clinical development and prioritized research programs/trials.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A scientific degree M.D., Ph.D., or Pharm.D. is required, with M.D. being preferred. Ideally, candidates should have at least 3 years of clinical development experience in the pharmaceutical industry or clinical practice.

Is experience in specific therapeutic areas necessary for this role?

While direct experience in Cardiology/Internal Medicine is preferred, the CRMA should be agile enough to move quickly across different therapeutic areas and indications.

Where is this job located?

This job can be based remotely in Spain or offered in a hybrid format from Barcelona.

Are there any specific language requirements for this position?

Yes, candidates must be able to speak and write in English.

What additional benefits are offered with this position?

In addition to a competitive salary, the position includes Spanish standard benefits such as a Company Pension Plan, Life and Accidental Insurance, Meals Allowance or Canteen in the office, and flexible working hours.

What does Novartis stand for in terms of workplace culture?

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams that represent the patients and communities they serve.

How does Novartis support individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process?

Novartis is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals due to medical conditions or disabilities and encourages them to reach out for assistance during the recruitment process.

Will I need to interact with regulatory authorities in this role?

Yes, the CRMA will provide scientific/clinical/medical expertise during interactions with Country/Cluster external experts such as Regulatory Authorities and Advisory Boards.

What is the application process for this job?

Interested candidates should submit their application through the Novartis career portal, where they can also find more information about the position and its requirements.

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Novartis

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Novartis is reimagining medicine to improve and extend people’s lives. As a leading global medicines company, we use innovative science and digital technologies to create transformative treatments in areas of great medical need. In our quest to find new medicines, we consistently rank among the world’s top companies investing in research and development. Novartis products reach nearly 800 million people globally and we are finding innovative ways to expand access to our latest treatments. Around 108,000 people of more than 140 nationalities work at Novartis around the world.

Culture & Values

  • Inspired

    Engage our people. Strive for patients. Live our purpose

  • Curious

    Learn. Be open. Be self-aware

  • Unbossed

    Create clarity. Serve others. Own your actions

  • Integrity

    Be honest. Have courage. Do what’s right