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Head of Neurodegeneration, Translational Medicine(m/w/x)

Basel
Full-timeOn-siteSenior
AI/ML

Shaping translational strategy for neurodegenerative programs, advancing assets from discovery to proof-of-concept. MD/PhD with neurological subspecialty training and 10+ years in translational medicine required. Global team leadership, thought leadership in disease biology.

Requirements

  • MD and PhD with clinical subspecialty training in neurological diseases
  • Deep expertise in neurodegeneration disorders
  • 10+ years extensive experience in translational medicine
  • 10+ years extensive experience in early clinical development
  • 10+ years extensive experience in experimental therapeutics
  • Success leading complex global programs
  • Success leading cross-functional scientific teams
  • Ability to shape development strategies
  • Ability to execute early clinical studies
  • Ability to influence regulatory/packages supporting differentiation
  • Experience in pharmaceutical/biotech company
  • Direct people management experience
  • Active Directory knowledge
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) knowledge
  • Classification Systems knowledge
  • Computer Data Storage knowledge
  • Critical Thinking skills
  • Higher Education understanding
  • Initiative
  • Merchandising understanding
  • Selling Skills

Tasks

  • Shape and deliver translational strategy for neurodegenerative programs
  • Provide expert guidance on research and early clinical development
  • Advance assets from discovery to proof-of-concept and full development
  • Lead global, cross-functional teams in designing and executing translational strategies
  • Serve as a thought leader in neurodegenerative disease biology and clinical development
  • Define and oversee long-term translational strategy for the Neurodegeneration Pillar
  • Ensure scientific excellence and alignment with organizational priorities
  • Advise on program design, biomarker strategy, and patient-relevant endpoints
  • Drive implementation of high-quality development strategies in neurodegeneration indications
  • Represent Translational Medicine on global program teams and decision boards
  • Ensure neurodegeneration programs meet quality, regulatory, and differentiation objectives
  • Design and execute First-in-Human and Phase IIa studies
  • Collaborate with clinical, regulatory, biomarker, and profiling partners
  • Create clinical components of key documents with high quality and consistency
  • Promote empowerment, innovation, and collaboration across organizations
  • Mentor and develop scientific talent in translational and clinical functions
  • Lead interactions with external stakeholders and internal NVS stakeholders
  • Contribute to opportunity assessments and due diligence for neurodegeneration areas

Work Experience

  • 10 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degreeOR
  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • Active Directory
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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