International Medical Affairs Director, Neuroscience

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Financial tracking to ensure timely and cost‑effective development & execution of medical activities.

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Job Summary We are seeking a Medical Affairs Director Neuroscience to lead scientific communications and medical education strategy for International markets. The role will support planning and execution of pre‑launch and launch medical activities and collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

Location Basel, Switzerland (Hybrid) Key Responsibilities Execute medical affairs launch strategy for Neuroscience programs in key International countries including transformation tactics such as innovative partnerships.

Partner with Medical Affairs organizations in key International countries and regions to ensure strong delivery focus on country needs. Represent International Medical Affairs around prioritized portfolio with internal and external audiences, in collaboration with International Commercial including investment, medical and regulatory communities.

Ensure International Medical Affairs activities are designed and executed in compliance with company policy guidelines and highest medical quality standards. Significant medical affairs pre‑launch and launch experience in a major International market.

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We also provide a variety of competitive benefits such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources, global recognition programs, flexible and hybrid working options, and a minimum of 14 weeks paid parental leave.

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.

The rewards include benefits such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources, and global recognition programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Advisory to plans for evidence generation, MSL/Field Medical Affairs strategy, medical education programs, scientific publication planning and Medical Expert network development.

Provide input to and shape the development and implementation of innovative education and scientific communication plans for external stakeholders. Provide direction and input into the development and implementation of successful reimbursement and market‑access strategies.

Provide input to shape Field Medical Strategies, develop and execute Field Medical plans, ensure implementation of key Field Medical initiatives (e.g., insight gathering, sharing and translation into action, development of trainings on disease area and medical/ scientific knowledge, and guide MSL deployment).

Provide proactive medical input to asset lifecycle management to consider new therapeutic opportunities; ensure Patient Access programs are supported and delivered with full compliance.

Essential Requirements Advanced scientific degree (MD, PhD, or PharmD) in Health or Life Sciences. 8+ years of experience in Medical Affairs from the Pharmaceutical industry. Experience working in matrix organizations and leading cross‑functional medical projects, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and geographies.

Strong track record of leading complex medical affairs initiatives with clear impact on timelines, quality, and strategic outcomes. Full professional fluency in English. Desirable Requirements Experience in Neuroscience therapeutic area.

Accessibility and Accommodations Novartis is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for all individuals. For accommodation requests during recruitment, please contact diversity.inclusion_ch@novartis.com and indicate the job requisition number.

In addition to base salary, you may be eligible for a performance‑based bonus and may receive long‑term equity awards.

Skills Desired Agility Cross‑Functional Collaboration Data Analysis Drug Development Employee Development Healthcare Sector Understanding Health Sciences Influencing Skills Innovation Inspirational Leadership Integrated Evidence Generation Medical Affairs Medical Communications Medical Education Patient Care People Management Pharmaceutics Priority Disease Areas Expertise Product Launches Product Strategies Real World Evidence (RWE) Regulatory Compliance Research Methodologies Results‑Oriented Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role 150,500.00 - 279,500.00 CHF The base salary offered is determined based on gender‑neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with Novartis pay setting policy and will be reviewed periodically upon joining.

In addition to base salary, you may be eligible for a performance‑based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.