Medical Director, Neuroscience
Medical Director, Neuroscience
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$ 185000 - 344500
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Level 6Job Description Summary
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
The Medical Director provides critical input into strategic planning tactical planning and implementation as well as budget planning. The Medical Director will drive strong collaboration and co-leadership of the products with colleagues in Global US Medical US Commercial and other cross-functional partners.
Specific responsibilities will include development of the data generation plan and Medical communications strategy and implementation design and execution of clinical trials in neuroscience leadership of advisory boards and Medical Experts engagement conducting field force training active participation in promotional material development and review and various internal and external presentations. While a key focus will be on neurodegenerative diseases this role requires adaptability and leadership across a range of neuroscience pipeline and portfolio products.
Major Accountabilities:
Demonstrate solid competencies as a Medical Leader within the US Medical Affairs organization. Build positive effective partnerships with Medical and Commercial as well as US and Global colleagues.
Serve as the medical lead for assigned neuroscience programs with a primary focus on neurodegeneration while supporting broader neuroscience initiatives as needed.
Support Medical Affairs activities in line with the Integrated Product Strategy Team (IPST) which drives product strategy.
Key member of the cross-functional Medical Strategy Team (MST) which drives Medical tactical development and excellence in execution.
Co-develop strategically aligned study programs with Heath Economics & Outcomes Research (HE&OR) colleagues.
Work effectively with secondary data analytics team.
Provide support of Investigator-Initiated Trial (IIT) programs and lead Research Collaborations (RC).
Actively explore plan and implement innovative communications solutions including through digital channels in order to address strategic and scientific gaps.
Minimum Requirements:
Education (minimum/desirable):
Bachelors or equivalent 4-Year University Degree required.
Doctorate level degree (MD PharmD DO or PhD in Health Sciences or related field) or Nurse Practitioner (NP)/ Physicians Assistant (PA) degree with significant relevant clinical experience required.
Medical Degree (MD) or equivalent preferred.
Experience required:
Minimum 5 years experience in progressively senior roles within clinical development and/or medical affairs roles in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry or academic institution/clinical practice.
Deep knowledge of neuroscience preferred with a strong preference for expertise in rare and/or neurodegenerative diseases.
Clinical research experience including concept and protocol development conducted in a pharmaceutical or equivalent environment is preferred.
Solid understanding of clinical trial operations and experience driving patient recruitment solutions is preferred.
Strong track record of positive productive interactions with Medical Experts and Investigators.
Established relationships with Medical Experts and Professional Societies in Neuroscience space is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to build trusting working relationships with external medical stakeholders.
Demonstrated track record of driving and managing complex projects to com
Additional requirements:
US and European travel required. (20-25% annually up to 30% seasonally).
Location is flexible but ideally in East Hanover NJ.
Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary:
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $185000.00 and $344500.00 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. 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 strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.
Accessibility and reasonable accommodations
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