Medical Head Oncology

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the overall strategic direction for the oncology department in alignment with the organization's goals and objectives.
• Continuously monitor industry trends, research advancements, and regulatory changes to adapt the strategy and ensure compliance with best practices
• Provides medical leadership, ensuring cross-functional alignment with the other teams inside and outside Medical Department to establish and execute strategic initiatives to improve patient outcomes and ensure the provision of cutting-edge oncology services.
• Supervise effective clinical development of products through accountability of the local medical plans for the Oncology TA.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, research, and innovation to drive advancements in oncology treatment options and care delivery.
• Leads scientific interactions with Top Medical Experts and Scientific Society of the Oncology Area.
• Responsible for medical approval as per P3 (materials, events, grants as examples).
• Drive collaboration of Medical Heads with Local, Regional and Global Teams in local Clinical Development activities and in Global and International Med Affairs activities
• Oversee together with Patient Safety local clinical trial adverse event reporting as well as clinical input and oversight into adherence to GCP together with TMO.
• Present highest ethical standards and contribute proactively to a credible reputation for Novartis CPO in the local Health Care and Medical community.
• Responsible for resource planning and management (FTEs and phase IV budget) within Oncology Therapeutic Area.
• May act as deputy to Chief Scientific Officer.

Essential requirements:

• Medical Degree
• At least 10 years of experience in Pharmaceutical Industry in roles of increasing responsibility, with significant senior leadership experience in Medical Affairs
• Experience in global or regional roles is desirable
• Demonstrated ability to lead, engage and inspire science-driven teams and organizations
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Experienced leading in a matrix environment
• Drive for innovation and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication skills
• Experienced across multiple disease areas, preferably including oncology.

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