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Therapy Area Medical Director (Solid Tumours)

Novartis
London
2 days ago
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The UK Therapy Area Medical Director for Solid Tumours is responsible for driving integrated medical affairs plans for pipeline, launch and marketed products in the Solid Tumour therapy area and developing and leading the medical TA team.
About the Role
Location:
London Office with Hybrid working (12 days per month in the office)
#LI Hybrid
Major accountabilities:
Manage and develop the performance and development of the Solid Tumours TA Medical team
Effectively incorporate lead metrics to ensure impact of our medicines for patients
Demonstrates enterprise leadership and the medical strategy as key member of the UK Medical Leadership Team.
Drive best-in-class launch preparedness & launch execution
Builds bold external partnerships beyond traditional Healthcare professionals
Represent Novartis at key external governmental, scientific, clinical and medical events
Encourages utility of more digital technologies for more data generation & utilization, in collaboration with the HCS
Ensures country evidence gaps are based on solid customer feedback
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Requirements
Advanced degree in life sciences MD, PharmD, or PhD (Preferred)
Significant work experience in Medical Affairs in the Pharma/Biotech/Healthcare industry
Experience of directly managing a team of people, with evidence of creating great work cultures, developing people and acting as an authentic and inspiring leader
Deep understanding of the UK healthcare system
Launch and pipeline management experience is key
Deep understanding of drug development and approval processes, including experience designing and/or executing of clinical studies
Highly collaborative with the ability to work in a matrixed business environment
Business mindset with the courage to challenge the status quo
Solid Tumours/Oncology TA specific experience is desirable
You’ll receive:
Competitive salary, Annual bonus, Pension scheme, Share scheme, Health insurance, 25 days annual leave, Flexible working arrangements, subsidized dining facilities, Employee recognition scheme, learning and development opportunities.
Why consider Novartis?
766 million. That’s how many lives our products touched in 2021. And while we’re proud of that fact, in this world of digital and technological transformation, we must also ask ourselves this: how can we continue to improve and extend even more people’s lives?
We believe the answers are found when curious, courageous and collaborative people like you are brought together in an inspiring environment. Where you’re given opportunities to explore the power of digital and data. Where you’re empowered to risk failure by taking smart risks, and where you’re surrounded by people who share your determination to tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges.
Imagine what you could do at Novartis!
Join our Novartis Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to learn more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here:https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network
Skills:
Demonstrate strong customer mindset
Strong leadership and influencing skills in a matrix
Strong knowledge of healthcare systems and external stakeholder management
Deep understanding of drug development and approval processes
Strong business acumen
Cross-functional experience desirable
Excellent communication skills with ability to prioritize
Preferred –relevant therapy area expertise
Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
Join our Novartis Network: Not the right Novartis role for you? Sign up to our talent community to stay connected and learn about suitable career opportunities as soon as they come up:https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network
Benefits and Rewards: Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally:https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards
Division
International
Business Unit
Universal Hierarchy Node
Location
United Kingdom
Site
London (The Westworks)
Company / Legal Entity
GB16 (FCRS = GB016) Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd.
Functional Area
Research & Development
Job Type
Full time
Employment Type
Regular
Shift Work
No
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.

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