Overview

As Medical Neuroscience Head at Novartis, you will lead the country’s scientific strategy for Neuroscience, shaping medical engagement, evidence generation, and education across the product lifecycle. You will orchestrate external partnerships and cross-functional collaboration to translate science into patient-focused outcomes. This role combines strategic direction with hands-on leadership in RWE/HEOR, publication planning, and medical education, driving impactful medical initiatives. You’ll be a trusted scientific advisor shaping country-level medical strategy within a global framework. Retribuzione / Benefits

flexible and hybrid working options insurance plans retirement plans wellbeing resources global recognition programs paid parental leave Responsabilità

Develop and execute the country-specific Medical Neuroscience strategy aligned with global/regional objectives Adapt international medical plans into locally relevant strategies supporting pre-launch, launch, and lifecycle management Define strategic priorities and tactical plans across scientific engagement, medical education, evidence generation, publications, and external insight generation Lead local evidence generation strategies including Real-World Evidence (RWE), HEOR initiatives, Phase IIIb/IV studies, and publication planning Provide scientific and clinical expertise to support integrated evidence strategies, study feasibility assessments, and local research initiatives Act as trusted scientific advisor to internal stakeholders across Commercial, Market Access, Regulatory, Digital, and other functions Ensure all medical activities comply with regulatory, ethical, and compliance standards Lead scientific engagement activities with healthcare professionals, medical experts, academic institutions,



and scientific societies Ensure high-quality, unbiased peer-to-peer scientific exchange and alignment with Therapeutic Area objectives Establish processes for systematic collection and use of external insights to inform decisions Drive excellence in scientific communication, medical education, and congress activities Support capability building across medical and cross-functional teams through training and leadership Oversee delivery of local evidence generation programs addressing patient, systems, and scientific needs Guide publication strategies and timely dissemination of data Support development and delivery of medical education programs for professionals and internal stakeholders Ensure scientific integrity throughout education and evidence-generation activities Build and maintain relationships with key medical experts, institutions, and stakeholders Represent Novartis as a credible scientific ambassador at forums Foster collaborations that advance understanding and patient outcomes Contribute to multi-stakeholder initiatives creating value for patients and systems Partner with Commercial, Value & Access, Regulatory, Medical Affairs,



and Execution Excellence to align strategy Translate scientific insights into actionable medical strategies with global/regional/local coordination Support launch readiness and lifecycle management through scientific leadership Drive integration of external insights into cross-functional planning and decision-making Ensure adherence to regulations, codes, policies, and governance standards Maintain high standards of scientific credibility, ethics, and patient focus Manage adverse events, technical complaints, and special situations per requirements Promote a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement across the medical organization Requisiti fondamentali

Advanced scientific degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, Neuroscience, Life Sciences, or related field MD, PharmD, PhD, or equivalent preferred Significant experience in Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, or related functions in pharma/biotech Strong Neuroscience experience and disease landscape understanding Proven ability to develop and execute medical strategies across product lifecycles Experience in scientific engagement with professionals and organizations Proven track record in evidence generation, publication planning, and medical education leadership Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management Experience in complex matrix organizations at local, regional, or global levels Deep scientific and clinical Neuroscience expertise Strategic thinking translating science into medical initiatives Evidence generation and publication planning capabilities Strong analytical and data interpretation skills Excellent communication, presentation, and scientific storytelling High business acumen and healthcare system understanding Strong leadership, influencing, and partnership-building capabilities Ability to manage complexity and drive execution in fast-paced environments collaborative leadership stakeholder management communication and presentation Real-World Evidence (RWE) HEOR publication planning

📌 Medical Neuroscience Head (Varese)
🏢 Novartis
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