The SSO Field Monitoring Head leads field monitoring activities for clinical studies in Japan, ensuring sites and monitoring teams follow protocols, Good Clinical Practice, company procedures, and regulatory requirements. The role typically requires a university degree in life sciences, pharmacy, nursing, medicine, or a related discipline, together with substantial clinical research and site-monitoring experience. Strong knowledge of Japanese clinical-trial regulations, risk-based monitoring, vendor oversight, issue escalation, and quality management is expected. Fluency in Japanese and business-level English are usually essential. Novartis would expect a strategic, dependable leader who can coach monitors, collaborate with global study teams, manage competing priorities, identify operational risks early, and maintain high standards for patient safety, data integrity, and study delivery.
Novartis is a global medicines company headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, focused on discovering and developing innovative treatments for serious and chronic diseases. Its work spans areas such as oncology, immunology, neuroscience, cardiovascular and renal conditions, and ophthalmology. The company combines pharmaceutical research, clinical development, digital technologies, and commercial expertise to improve patient outcomes. Novartis operates in many countries, including Japan, where it conducts clinical research, works with healthcare professionals, and supplies prescription medicines to patients and healthcare systems. Its culture emphasizes scientific innovation, ethical conduct, diversity, collaboration, and measurable patient impact. Employees commonly work in cross-functional and international teams, with opportunities to contribute to advanced clinical programs and global development strategies.
Japan is an island nation with major employment hubs in Tokyo, Osaka, Yokohama, Kobe, and Nagoya. Pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, and research sectors offer opportunities for internationally experienced professionals. Japanese workplaces value punctuality, preparation, teamwork, respect, and careful attention to detail; communication may be formal, and Japanese ability is highly useful even when English is used globally. Daily life is safe, efficient, and convenient, with excellent public transport, healthcare, food, and cultural activities. Housing and commuting costs are highest in central Tokyo. Foreign employees generally need an appropriate work visa, commonly sponsored by the employer, with degree and experience requirements depending on the visa category. Relocation involves securing a residence card, registered address, health insurance, pension enrollment, bank account, and tax arrangements. Employers may assist with visas, housing, moving expenses, and settling-in support.
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