Job Description Summary
We are seeking a Therapeutical Area Head to join our team. As a TA Head you will develop and implement strategic and operational TAs Medical Affairs programs, with a focus on innovative evidence, launch readiness and post-market solutions, including medical affairs planning and execution of the medical/scientific engagement strategy addressing and delivering strategic pre-launch and launch medical activities needs for patient, clinical, access and value to health care systems. You will provide expertise in the development and execution of the overarching strategies,
providing inputs during design and along the end-to-end execution of programs; and will develop and execute the Integrated Evidence Plan (IEP)/functional specific programs to maximize the value proposition for the prioritized launch portfolio and impact of our medicines. You will lead the medical team in the area.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities: Development and implementation of a high-quality medical strategy for the disease area(s) and a vision for the brand(s) throughout their life cycle, on national level, in collaboration with global and regional teams.Design and implement innovative medical affairs plans that address medical needs, including evidence generation and RWE, HEOR, digital tech, innovative education and scientific communication, etc., and co-create a Medical Affairs plan that provides relevant information, and shape international, global and regional activities to address local needs in line with the global strategy.Build together with the Medical Leads the strategy and plans for Medical Affairs, publications, internal and external educational activities, as well as other communication activities involving Medical Experts.Lead the Medical team in the area working in close collaboration with other key areas, as commercial and access. Serve as a lead in the diseases for internal stakeholders from different line functions, as well as for external customers, including healthcare professionals and patient advocacy groups.Provide a capacity development plan for field medical associates, in collaboration with the MSL Head, including disease area and product-specific content to train medical associates in the region or country.Ensure the design and execution of all medical activities in accordance with applicable company policies and external legislation. Essential Requirements: Scientific background / MD or PhD/PharmD in Health Sciences or Life SciencesProven solid experience as direct leadership & people managementProfound working experiences in Medical Affairs and/or DevelopmentAt least 6 years of experience in the pharma industryExperience in strategic positions and deep understanding of the field rolesExperience in data generation Desirable Requirements: International or global experience or experience in another countryCross-functional work experiencesTA expertise in onco-haematology areas Languages: Local language: fluent written and spokenEnglish: fluent written and spoken Benefits and Rewards:
Company Pension Plan, Life and Accidental Insurance, Meals Allowance or Canteen in the office, Flexible working hours. Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we'll help you thrive personally and professionally: Novartis Life Handbook
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Skills Desired:
Business Thinking, Change Management, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Leadership, Strategic Thinking
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