.Job Description SummaryPrimary Location: Barcelona, SpainWorking 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.Job DescriptionMajor 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:- Advanced scientific, life science/healthcare degree required.- 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:- Project management expertise.- 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
