Salary Range: €85,100.00 - €158,100.00 Band Level 6Job Description Summary Step into a role where your expertise directly safeguards patients and shapes the future of medicine. As a Global Program Safety Lead in Cardio Renal Metabolism at Novartis, you’ll own the end to end safety strategy for priority programs—bringing clarity to complex data, driving smart decisions in global teams, and ensuring benefit risk is understood and acted on across the product lifecycle. You’ll lead proactive safety governance, anticipate and manage emerging issues, and partner confidently with health authorities and internal leaders—turning insight into action, fast, and with purpose.Job Description Location: Barcelona, SpainWorking Model: HybridRelocation Support: Novartis is unable to offer relocation support - please only apply if this location is accessible to you. (Note: there is another GPSL role in CRM that is open to applications from London, UK on requisition number )Key ResponsibilitiesLead end‑to‑end safety strategy for assigned programs across development and lifecycle managementServe as scientific safety leader within global program, clinical, and trial teamsProactively identify, assess, and manage safety signals using data from all relevant sourcesChair and drive Safety Management Teams to ensure timely, robust safety decision‑makingOwn and deliver core medical safety documents, ensuring consistency and scientific rigorGuide benefit‑risk evaluations and safety positioning across regulatory submissionsAct as primary safety contact for health authority interactions and inquiriesPartner cross‑functionally to embed safety insights into development, labeling, and lifecycle decisionsEnsure compliant documentation, tracking, and governance of all safety activitiesMentor and guide colleagues,



strengthening medical safety capabilities across the organizationEssential RequirementsMedical Degree or equivalent (preferred), Ph D, Pharm D or equivalent graduate level health care professional degree required.5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical drug development within a global pharmaceutical organization3+ years of postdoctoral, patient-facing clinical experience (e.G., hospital, clinic, or medical practice setting)2+ years of hands‑on experience in drug safety/pharmacovigilance or medical safety rolesProven expertise in benefit‑risk evaluation and clinical safety assessment across development phasesDemonstrated experience preparing safety sections of regulatory submissions and periodic safety reportsStrong track record of leading cross‑functional, multicultural teams in a matrix environmentFluency in spoken and written English, with ability to communicate complex safety topics clearlyDesirable SkillsPost graduate degree in Pharmaceutical Medicine;
Master of Public Healthin Epidemiology (or equivalent)CRM experience would be a strong advantageReady to shape integral safety strategy at scale? (call to action removed)Benefits & RewardsAt Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: EUR 85,100.00 to 158,100.00. The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. In addition to your base salary,



you may be eligible for a performance‑based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. Long‑term equity awards granted at group level may also be part of your package. Further details will be provided during the application process.The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave. Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.Skills DesiredClinical Research, Clinical Trials, Leadership, Process Safety Management, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Safety ScienceImproving the lives of people living with disease takes more than innovative science. It takes a focus on the needs of people and a community committed to meeting them. It takes a team of people like you. Working together. Learning together. Thriving together. Discover how you can join us in changing people’s lives.

📌 Global Program Safety Lead - Crm (Sabadell)
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📍 Sabadell