Director, Global Medical Affairs – Neuroscience
Novartis
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: London • United Kingdom
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About the role
- Lead the development and execution of the medical affairs strategy for assigned therapeutic areas and assets.
- Co-develop integrated evidence plans, including interventional and non-interventional studies, real-world evidence (RWE), and implementation science.
- Collaborate with Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs), Field Medical teams, and external stakeholders to deliver high-impact medical education and scientific communication.
- Represent GMA in cross-functional forums, including regulatory, commercial, and development teams.
- Provide strategic input into reimbursement and market access strategies.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory standards.
- Act as a subject matter expert and provide leadership in complex scientific and regulatory environments.
Requirements
- MD (preferred), PhD, or PharmD in Health Sciences.
- Several years of experience in Medical Affairs and/or Clinical Development within the pharmaceutical industry.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders in a matrix organization.
- Strong understanding of healthcare systems, regulatory environments, and external stakeholder dynamics.
- Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken).
Benefits
- 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.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
medical affairs strategyevidence plansinterventional studiesnon-interventional studiesreal-world evidenceimplementation scienceregulatory compliancemarket access strategiesscientific communicationcross-functional collaboration
Soft skills
leadershipstrategic thinkingproblem-solvingcommunicationinfluencing stakeholderscollaborationteam leadershipinterpersonal skillsadaptabilitycritical thinking
Certifications
MDPhDPharmD