Associate Director, Managed Access ProgramJob ID: REQ-10021489Date: Sep 11, 2024Location: Barcelona, SpainSummaryWorking model: This location has a hybrid working model (12 days per month in the office). Note: Novartis is not able to offer relocation support for this role.About this role: Leading Managed Access Programs (MAP) and Post Study Drug Supply (PSDS) operations activities with precision and efficiency, our Associate Director, Managed and Post Trial Access Operations makes a substantial contribution to enable access to Novartis products for patients with an unmet medical need. You will be working within a highly collaborative, global team.About the RoleMajor accountabilities:Responsible for planning, execution and management of Managed Access Program (MAP) and Post Study Drug Supply (PSDS) operations activities with high quality, adequate resources, timely and cost-efficiently for assigned area/product.Lead and oversee implementation, progress, close out activities of assigned MAP and PSDS activities and monitor compliance for reporting.Accountable for forecasting and managing drug supply for activity and for activity budget planning, approval, and oversight.Accountable for accuracy of MAP and PSDS information in relevant systems.Point of contact for MAP and PSDS operational activities for assigned area/product.Partner to global and local Medical, Finance, Supply, Quality Assurance, Ethics, Risk & Compliance and other relevant teams to ensure timely, efficient and quality planning and execution of MAP and PSDS activities.Support process simplification and knowledge sharing with a quality and compliance mindset and drive operational excellence and performance.Enable a collaborative and empowered organization that can navigate in a matrix environment and adjust quickly to business needs.Work Experience and Skills:At least 5 years technical, operational, or managerial experience in planning, executing and reporting Managed or Post Trial Access or clinical trials in a Pharma company or Contract Research Organization. Experience in Medical Affairs preferred.Experience in working in matrix organizations and international multidisciplinary teams.Experience in multiple clinical indications preferred. Previous experience leading several MAPs/PTA/trials in parallel.Skills Required:Strong understanding of clinical development activities and functions/roles/responsibilities.Advanced understanding of business processes. Thorough knowledge of Good Clinical Practice and global drug development process.Demonstrated innovation in operational processes and issues resolutions.Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, negotiation, communication and conflict management/resolution skills.Languages:Fluent English both spoken and written.Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives.Join our Novartis Network: Not the right Novartis role for you? Sign up to our talent community to stay connected and learn about suitable career opportunities as soon as they come up.Functional Area: Research & DevelopmentJob Type: Full timeEmployment Type: RegularShift Work: NoNovartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.
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