Head, Oncology Drug Discovery – San Diego

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and drive the scientific strategy for oncology drug discovery across the San Diego site
• Lead multidisciplinary teams advancing programs from target validation through development candidate nomination and Investigational New Drug enabling studies
• Own portfolio strategy, prioritization, and resourcing decisions to deliver impactful oncology innovation
• Partner with global and site leaders to align discovery programs with overall oncology portfolio strategy
• Champion novel therapeutic approaches, including advanced small-molecule modalities and emerging discovery platforms
• Build and strengthen external partnerships to accelerate scientific innovation and program progression
• Ensure delivery of high-quality preclinical data packages supporting clinical translation and development readiness
• Mentor and develop scientific and project leaders while building a high-performing oncology research organization
• Represent San Diego as a strategic oncology hub, fostering collaboration across the Novartis global research network
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  Salary Range

  $248,500.00 - $461,500.00

  
  

  Skills Desired

  Accountability, Biotechnology, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Collaboration, Communication Skills, Data Science, Decision Making, Drug Development, Drug Discovery, Influence, Influencing Skills, Leadership, Lifesciences, Management, Medical Research, Mentorship, Molecular Biology, Presentation Skills, Process Simulation, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Leadership, Strategy, Well-Being