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Senior Medical Director

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Job Description Summary

Location: Remote: This position can be based remotely in US. Please note that this role would not provide relocation as a result. The expectation of working hours and travel (domestic and/or international) will be defined by the hiring manager.


 

Job Description

Come to an industry leader where you will provide critical input into strategic planning, tactical planning and implementation, as well as budget planning. The Senior Medical Director will drive strong collaboration and co-leadership of the products with Global, US Medical, US Marketing, and US Sales colleagues.

Specific responsibilities will include execution of clinical trials in CVD, leadership of advisory boards and other meetings with Medical Experts, development of the data generation plan and Medical communications strategy/implementation, conducting field force training, active participation in promotional material development and review, and various internal and external presentations.

Major accountabilities:

  • Demonstrate solid competencies as a Medical Leader within the US Medical Affairs organization. Build positive, effective partnerships with Medical and Commercial as well as US and Global colleagues.
  • Partner with the Integrated Product Strategy Team (ISPT), which drives product strategy
  • Key member of the cross-functional Medical Strategy Team (MST), which drives Medical tactical development and excellence in execution.
  • Co-develop strategically aligned study programs with Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HE&OR) colleagues.
    • Lead Investigator-Initiated Trial (IIT) program
    • Lead US based Phase 3b studies and mechanistic studies
    • Collaborate with global team on lifecycle management studies on strategy for USA
  • Lead the US steering committee and its initiatives
  • Foster strong relationships with not only National, but also key Regional and Local Medical Experts, including Investigators. Support Medical Expert Engagement Strategy.
  • Drive advisory boards and work closely with Field Medical on insight-gathering initiatives.
  • Develop positive and effective relationships with Global and NIBR colleagues.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Minimum 8 years’ experience in progressively senior roles within clinical development and/or medical affairs roles in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry or academic institution/clinical practice.
  • Strong knowledge of ASCVD preferred.
  • Clinical research experience – including concept and protocol development – conducted in a pharmaceutical or equivalent environment is strongly preferred.
  • Solid understanding of clinical trial operations and experience driving patient recruitment solutions, is strongly preferred.
  • Strong track record of positive, productive interactions with Medical Experts and Investigators.
  • Established relationships with Medical Experts and Professional Societies in Cardiovascular space is preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to build trusting working relationships with external medical stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated track record of managing cross functional projects.
  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.

Education:

  • Bachelors or equivalent 4-Year University Degree required.
  • Doctorate level degree (MD, PharmD, DO, or PhD in Health Sciences or related field) or Nurse Practitioner (NP)/ Physician’s Assistant (PA) degree with significant relevant clinical experience required.
  • Medical Degree (MD) strongly preferred.

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary:

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $236,600.00 and $439,400.00 per year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/24, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.


 

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.


 

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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Salary Range

$236,600.00 - $439,400.00


 

Skills Desired

Agility, Agility, Clinical Practices, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Data Analysis, Drug Development, Employee Development, Healthcare Sector Understanding, Health Sciences, Influencing Skills, Innovation, Inspirational Leadership, Integrated Evidence Generation, Medical Affairs, Medical Communication, Medical Education, Patient Care, People Management, Pharmaceutics, Priority Disease Areas Expertise, Product Launches, Product Strategy, Real World Evidence (RWE), Regulatory Compliance, Research Methodologies {+ 4 more}
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