SSO Strategy & Operations Manager (Hub)

Job Description Summary -Oversees the strategic and operational planning/ management from a clinical trial execution perspective. Oversight of budget and resource allocation within assigned trial. Enables operational excellence through process improvement and knowledge sharing across trials within program/franchise. Enables an empowered organization that can navigate in a matrix environment and adjust quickly to business needs. Job Description Major accountabilities: Manage all operational aspects of assigned clinical trials / projects -Accountable for quality & completeness of qualification & governance documentation Provide mentorship/coaching -Identify training needs & prepare/develop adequate training materials Ensures trial site selection, activation, enrolment, resource allocation, timelines & budget commitments are delivered per established trial objectives Reporting of technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt Key performance indicators: Timely, efficient and quality execution of trials and trial related activities within assigned clinical program(s) within budget, and in compliance with quality standards. Appropriate funding and resourcing for assigned clinical program(s). Adherence to Novartis policy and guidelines and external regulations. Minimum Requirements: Tertiary qualifications degree in life sciences (Science, Pharmacy, Nursing) or similar Experience 5-15 years clinical research experience Prefer experience in more than one of following areas -project management, budgeting, finance, resourcing Skills Desired Budget Management, Clinical Trials, People Management, Project Planning, Vendor Management, Waterfall Model