The Alliance Manager is responsible for driving successful collaborations between internal teams and external partners (academic institutions) at Novartis, ensuring joint programs meet scientific, operational, contractual, and strategic objectives.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of drug development stages and cross-functional workflows.
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Understanding managing external partnerships (biotech, academic, or CRO).
- Ability to read and interpret key contractual terms.
- Familiarity with digital tools (Smartsheet, MS Project, MS Power BI, etc.).
- Experience in biopharmaceutical R&D, business development, program management, or alliance management.
- PhD in life sciences or related field
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external partners and internal cross-functional stakeholders.
- Establish and maintain strong, trust-based relationships to ensure smooth collaboration.
- Facilitate governance meetings (Joint Steering Committees, Joint Project Teams) and ensure clear decision-making pathways.
- Track obligations, deliverables, and milestones as defined in collaboration agreements.
- Identify and resolve partnership risks, misalignments, or conflicts proactively.
- Ensure compliance with contractual terms while encouraging scientific openness and operational efficiency.
- Act as the “voice of partnership health,” assessing collaboration quality and championing best practices.
Other
- Master’s degree in life sciences or related field
- 2+ years of experience in biopharmaceutical R&D, business development, program management, or alliance management.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- High level of organization; comfort with ambiguity and fast-paced environments.
- Travel requirements not specified
