Associate Medical Director-RLT

Job Description Summary

The Associate Medical Director will provide critical input into the execution of research collaborations co-lead by Novartis and academic RLT institutions.
The Assoc. Medical Director will support strategic planning, tactical planning and implementation, and budget planning. The Assoc. Medical Director will also support strong collaboration and co-leadership of the products with Global, US Medical, US Marketing, and US Sales colleagues.

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

Major accountabilities:

• Demonstrate solid competencies as a Medical Expert within the US Medical Affairs organization. Build positive, effective partnerships with Medical and Commercial as well as US and Global colleagues.
• Collaborate with the Medical Strategy Teams (MST) and Integrated Product Strategy Team (IPST), which drives product strategy
• Support strategically aligned programs with Heath Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) leads.
• Work effectively with secondary data analytics team.
• Actively explore, plan, and implement innovative communications solutions – including through digital channels – to address strategic and scientific gaps.
• Support development of a strong medical engagement plan with team, incorporating diverse Medical functions and capabilities.
• Foster strong relationships with not only National, but also key Regional and Local Medical Experts, including Investigators. Support Medical Expert Engagement Strategy.
• Support advisory boards and work closely with Field Medical on insight-gathering initiatives.
• Develop positive and effective relationships with Global colleagues.

Minimum Requirements:

• Doctorate level degree (MD, PharmD, DO, or PhD in Health Sciences or related field) with significant relevant clinical experience required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in roles within clinical development and/or medical affairs roles in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry or academic institution/clinical practice.
• Strong knowledge of Therapeutic Area (Solid Tumors, Radioligand Therapy,) preferred and demonstrated experience in interacting with researchers at key academic centers within US.
• Clinical research experience – including concept and protocol development – conducted in a pharmaceutical or equivalent environment is strongly preferred.
• 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 Therapeutic Area is strongly 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.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and work collaboratively with multiple cross functional teams.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and comfort with complexity.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $174,400.00 and $261,600.00 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 who are focused on building and advancing a culture of inclusion that values and celebrates individual differences, uniqueness, backgrounds and perspectives. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the world around us and connects us to the patients, customers and communities we serve.

 

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 to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to us.reasonableaccommodations@novartis.com or 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.

 

Salary Range

$174,400.00 - $261,600.00

 

Skills Desired

Budget Management, Clinical Research, Clinical Trial Protocol, Clinical Trials, Coaching, Cross-Functional Teams, Data Analysis, Learning Design, Lifesciences, Risk Management, Risk Monitoring Apply