Associate Director Analytical Operations / Head External Analytical Organization (f/m/d)

Job title: Associate Director Analytical Operations / Head External Analytical Organization (f/m/d)

Company: Novartis


Job description: Job Description Summary LOCATION: Schaftenau, Austria
TYPE: Hybrid Working #LI-HybridAs Associate Director or Head of Analytical Operations you will lead and direct the team managing external partners, global projects, networks, and/or platforms. Prioritize customer needs and ensure alignment of own and team activities with the overall drug development process.Be directly accountable for maximizing resource utilization within your team or for a specific activity. Lead budget and resource forecasting, grant preparation, and ensure cost awareness in all assigned projects and/or networks.Develop strategic priorities and objectives in alignment with Technical Research & Development (TRD) strategy and take right measurements for effective operationalization and oversight.Job DescriptionKEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:Develop and drive long term line unit strategies to enhance strategic partnering scalability, speed and quality. Lead and manage project/network activities, leveraging scientific, technical, good manufacturing practice (GMP), and quality expertise to ensure compliant and efficient externalization of analytical work packages across biologics (Bx) Analytical Development (Bx AD).Ensure effective management of all project-related activities with contractors, aligning their timelines with project milestones. Support high quality of international registration documents via close collaboration and alignment with the Analytical Project sub-team.Consistently and actively assess and expand potential externalization opportunities for new business areas in alignment with Bx AD line units.Assess, consolidate, and negotiate internal and external resource needs for projects, networks and/or platforms: ensure budget and resource adherence for assigned sub-teams.Coordinate the transfer of know-how or procedures to other departments or external contractors. Demonstrate experience in working with interdisciplinary and cross-cultural teams as recognized expert in the international scientific community with excellent leadership skillsProactively identify and resolve conflict situations with empathy; drive cultural evolution and change managementCreate a culture of excellence in knowledge exchange. Develop, mentor and coach fellows and other associates helping them grow their potentialKey performance indicators (KPI)Impact on the team and the organization (enabling others for success)Successful execution of assigned tasks within given timelines at expected quality; right first time & right in timeAdherence to costs, quality, quantity and timelines for assigned tasksMeasurable contributions to increasing efficiency and productivityESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:Education and qualification: Minimum: Degree in engineering, management, science or equivalent (MSc., MBA, Ph.D. or equivalent) with corresponding experienceLanguages: Fluent in English (oral and written)Experiences: MSc.
10yrs experience; Ph.D.
6 yrs. experience; Leadership
5 yrsCompetencies:Successfully demonstrated several years of directly related experience as people managerProven track record of creativity, problem solving and productivity in projects.Thorough understanding of development processes in TRD.Demonstrated successful experience with working in interdisciplinary and cross-cultural teams.Excellent leadership and managerial skills. Advanced coaching and mentoring skills.Technical /Functional Skills & KnowledgeHave comprehensive knowledge in the discipline or in-depth expertise in a relevant technical field. Provide comprehensive advice on a wide range of issues within the discipline or field of knowledge.Demonstrated experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in Analytics and/or R&DExperienced in managing portfolio projects and/or external partnersWhy Novartis?
Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-cultureYou’ll receive:
You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards
In addition to a market-competitive base salary, we offer an attractive incentive program, a modern company pension scheme, childcare facilities, learning and development opportunities as well as worldwide career possibilities within the Novartis group. In accordance with Austrian law, we are obliged to disclose the minimum salary as stated in the collective bargaining agreement. For this position the minimum salary is €89,600/year (on a full-time basis). The actual salary will be significantly higher, as we strive to maintain a competitive position in the market and consider your previous experience, qualifications and individual competencies.We are open for part-time and job-sharing models and support flexible and remote working where possible.Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive working environment and diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve.Adjustments for Applicants with Disabilities:
If because of a medical condition, physical disability or a neurodiverse condition you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please reach out to disabilities.austria@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request as well as your contact information. The support which we can provide will include advice on suitable positions as well as guidance at all stages of the application process. Austrian law provides candidates the opportunity to involve the local disability representative, Behindertenvertrauensperson (BVP), in the application process. If you would like to request this, please let us know in advance as a note on your CV.Join our Novartis Network:
If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/networkSkills Desired Budget Management, Coaching Skills, Data Science, Experiments Design, Laboratory, Problem Solving Skills, Process Simulation, R&D, Waterfall Project Management

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Location: Österreich

Job date: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 08:36:10 GMT

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