Novartis Pharmaceuticals Hiring for Director Launch Medical – Multiple Positions at East Hanover, New Jersey Full Time

370265BR Job ID: 370265BR Job Description: Bringing life-changing medicines to millions of people, Novartis sits at the intersection of cutting-edge medical science and innovative digital technology. As a global company, the resources and opportunities for growth and development are plentiful including global and local cross functional careers, a diverse learning suite of thousands of programs & an inhouse marketplace for rotations & project work. With strong medicines pipeline our current transformation will not just deliver growth for our business but continue to allow us to bring innovative medicines to patients quickly. The Director, Launch Medical is responsible for the implementation of global medical / clinical research programs with focus on innovative launch readiness solutions. Working in collaboration with Global Drug Development, country/regional teams, and across Global Product Strategy & Commercialization functions, co-lead with Therapeutic Areas (TA) the planning and execution of the medical/scientific engagement strategy (Medical Science Liaison / Field Medical Affairs strategy, medical education programs, scientific publication planning and Medical Expert network development) addressing and delivering strategic pre-launch and launch medical activities needs for patient, clinical, access and value to health care systems. The Director, Launch Medical will act as a subject matter expert in the development of the overarching strategies, providing inputs during design and along the end-to-end execution of programs. The Medical Director, Launch Medical will provide leadership and deep medical expertise across TAs, adjusting support based on business priorities. YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to – Implement Clinical Development plans for all priority programs in key countries including transformation tactics such as: research/population health, innovative partnerships and integrated evidence plans. – Supporting the clinical trial throughout development, and lifecycle at internal or external meetings – Serve as the primary medical point of contact for a project or study at Launch Global Medical Affairs (GMA) – Effectively perform and manage medical and safety reviews, processes, and projects for assigned clinical studies – Partner with Medical Affairs organizations in key countries to ensure strong delivery focus on country needs. – Partner with Development, Value & Access & TAs to craft launch portfolio and diversify evidence to achieve broad access at launch and to improve impact on clinical practice for priority programs. – Represent GMA around prioritized portfolio with internal (Global Drug Development, Novartis Institute Biomedical Research etc.) and external audiences, in collaboration with TAs including the investment, medical and regulatory communities, as well as pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry collaborators/partners. – Provide proactive medical input to asset lifecycle management to consider new therapeutic opportunities. – Ensures GMA activities are designed and driven in compliance with company policy guidelines and highest medical quality standards. – Prepare Scientific Review Committee submissions for prioritized launch portfolio. – Highly engaged, collaborative and work cross-functionally with key collaborators, and international partners as required. – Facilitate advisory board meetings and participates in Investigator meetings as needed – Demonstrated leadership to get results that are needed to achieve company objectives The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $201,600 and $302,400/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/23 through 12/31/23, 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. nnnn Position Title: Director Launch Medical – Multiple Positions Minimum requirements: WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE: Essential: – This position will be located at East Hanover, NJ site and will not have the ability to be located remotely. This position will require 15% travel as defined by the business (domestic and/ or international). – Bachelor Degree; MD or PhD/PharmD in Health Sciences: Specialist Degree, specialist qualification related or experience in Oncology and/or Hematology preferred. – 5+ years in Pharmaceutical Industry experience, preferably in Clinical Development and/or Medical Affairs. – Able to establish credibility and influence across a range of diverse stakeholders in a matrix organization to drive change. – Deep understanding of Clinical Development and key external stakeholders. – Understands unmet medical needs, generates the right evidence to fulfill them, uses innovative, multichannel communication formats for effective evidence dissemination. – Successful development and implementation of innovative programs and processes – Credibility as peer expert with external stakeholders – Agile mindset & ability to lead in an agile organization across Disease Areas DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS: – Highly preferred: Significant clinical development experience in major markets (i.e., US, Germany, China, Japan). – Preferred: Significant (3+ years) and US in-market experience: includes working in the US market with the local US customers, US health care systems / systems of care, US payors / accounts and US market strategy. – Some restrictions to flexible working models may apply and will be discussed at interview if applicable Why Novartis? 236 million lives were touched by Novartis medicines in 2022, and while we’re proud of this, we know there is so much more we could do to help improve and extend people’s lives. We believe new insights, perspectives and ground-breaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working. We believe our potential can thrive and grow in an unbossed culture underpinned by integrity, curiosity and flexibility. And we can reinvent what’s possible, when we collaborate with courage to aggressively and ambitiously tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life, is the risk of never trying! Imagine what you could achieve here at Novartis! COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve. ACCESSIBILITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION 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 [email protected] 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. Join our Novartis Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network Job Type: Full Time Country: USA Work Location: East Hanover, NJ Functional Area: Research & Development Division: ONCOLOGY Business Unit: ONCOLOGY BU Employment Type: Regular Company/Legal Entity: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:: The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. 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 are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential. Shift Work: No Early Talent: No