SUMMARY

Location: This position can be based remotely. (there may be some restrictions based on legal entity). 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. This position will require travel. Candidate must live/work within 50 miles of the designated territory (Denver, CO). Territory includes CO, WY, Southern Idaho and Eastern Montana.
The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field based, customer-facing, non-promotional medical and scientific role. Their key objective is to create impact through advancing clinical practice within the territory that leads to improved patient outcomes. The MSL must demonstrate deep therapeutic expertise, understand territory and market influences, engage scientifically with Healthcare Providers (HCPs) and medical experts, manage, and develop their territory and execute all relevant activities in alignment with the medical strategic and tactical plan – while functioning within the Novartis Code of Conduct, Ethics/Compliance policies and Working Practice documents. The MSL will Inform and shape medical strategy through application of a curious mindset to collect impactful and actionable insights, understanding the strategic impact of critical insights.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• The MSL will leverage scientific expertise and market knowledge to establish and build professional relationships and engage with HCPs (including community physicians, pharmacists, medical experts, nurses, and other healthcare professionals) and other thought leaders in geographical area as aligned with medical strategy
• The primary responsibility of the MSL is to engage with customers - customer engagements may include but not be limited to emerging data discussions, clinical trial activities, uncovering barriers in patient journey, understanding market dynamics within territory, exploration of areas of unmet medical need, pipeline discussions, educating on disease state and product, capturing adverse events, and capturing medical insights through all stages of product lifecycle.
• Must demonstrate strategic territory vision and ensure appropriate territory identification, mapping, and planning of Medical Engagements (MEs) and Key Accounts as aligned to medical strategy and in collaboration with internal Novartis colleagues. This includes: Identification of key stakeholders with influence in disease space throughout the product development journey to establish strategies for education, engagement, and partnership. Identification of opportunities for partnership with academic centers, centers of excellence, and/or systems of care to drive impact within the assigned territory. Identification of opportunities to involve HCPs or MEs when a specific medical need is identified (e.g., publications, clinical trial participation, etc.). Identification of opportunities for internal collaboration with other Novartis stakeholders to drive forward therapeutic area, clinical, or product goals as appropriate.

Provide clinical trial support for company sponsored trials and facilitating relevant medical activities, including but not limited to identification of appropriate sites, supporting clinical trials (subject recruitment, protocol questions, SIVs, etc.) at sites, and cross-functional collaboration with Medical Affairs and Clinical Operations colleagues

• Regularly collaborate with internal colleagues (e.g., HEOR, access, marketing, commercial) within the assigned therapeutic area and territory to advance clinical practice while maintaining customer centricity and a One Novartis approach in accordance with Novartis compliance standards
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of assigned therapeutic area and Novartis compounds to serve as a medical resource to customers and internal colleagues

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Field Medical-based position within the pharmaceutical industry or as an MSL is preferred OR 5 years of relevant medical affairs, clinical research, or related experience in a scientific or clinical setting required. Previous experience in assigned or related therapeutic area is preferred.
• Strong clinical knowledge including pharmacotherapy, treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, medical expert engagement strategies, and FDA promotional guidelines, regulations, and ethical guidelines applied to the pharmaceutical industry is required.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills are required
• Strategic mindset and ability to navigate complex healthcare landscape able to identify, network and partner with medical experts, including thought leaders, large group practices, medical directors, and pharmacy directors is required
• Strong personal integrity, teamwork abilities (including ability to network) and a customer focus are necessary
• Ability to prioritize, showcase agility, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment.
• Ability to gain medical insights, uncover business opportunities for Novartis and leverage internal resources to meet customer needs aligned with Novartis strategy

Education:

• Graduate degree in science or healthcare required; doctoral degree preferred (MD, PhD or PharmD

NOVARTIS COMPENSATION SUMMARY:

The salary for this position is expected to range between $163,300 and $297,700 per year.
The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.
Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.
US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.
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