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The MSL is responsible for scientifically engaging, collaborating and aligning with external stakeholders to co-create value, address identified patient needs and ultimately change the practice of medicine for better patient access and outcomes. They leverage the right evidence at the right time during their engagements, and identify insights and opportunities that impact and inform the One IPS, Integrated Evidence Generation Plans, launch excellence roadmap, Patient Journey and medical strategies. MSLs also contribute to innovative partnerships and implement relevant disease area strategies. They will act as a strategic scientific partner, and collaborate with other Field matrix colleagues (e.g. Market Access, clinical research colleagues) to ensure Novartis can support healthcare systems strengthening & improve patient access and outcomes.
Major accountabilities: Be a strategic internal partner, gather and leverage insights for an impactful contribution to Patient Journey mapping, launch excellence roadmap, integrated evidence generation plans, integrated product strategy and subsequently the medical strategy. Utilize knowledge of assigned therapeutic area and Novartis compounds to serve as the Medical, Clinical and Scientific expert to field matrix colleaguesEnsure appropriate identification and mapping of external stakeholders, aligned to the medical strategy, and in collaboration with other Novartis colleagues. Able to create personalized, flexible engagement strategies and plans, leveraging multiple channels and tailored content to meet the changing needs of external stakeholdersRespond to unsolicited requests for information from stakeholders by sharing appropriate data regarding marketed and pipeline compounds in a timely, compliant, and stakeholder-focused manner.Manage administrative responsibilities in a timely manner (customer relationship management tool, compliance training and other modules, expense reporting, etc.).Promote and adhere to Ethics and Compliance Professional Practices Policy (P3). Reporting of technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt -Distribution of marketing samples (where applicable) Essential Requirements: Must meet the requirements for major, academic background and professional qualifications as specified in the filing regulationsMD, PharmD., pharmacist, PhD, Master above degree in medical or other life sciencesAbility of Chinese and EnglishMedical Science and Disease Area KnowledgeStrategic& Enterprise MindsetStakeholder Engagement& ExperienceHealthcare systems& partnershipsJoint Value Creation& Collaboration
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