Job Description

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Summary

The Director, Global Medical Affairs - Renal will lead the medical strategy for renal therapeutic areas across the asset lifecycle. This role is responsible for developing and executing integrated evidence plans, shaping early development programs, and ensuring global alignment of medical perspectives. The position requires deep expertise in drug development, evidence generation, and strategic medical leadership.
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About the Role

Key Responsibilities

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Lead medical affairs strategy for Renal TA/asset priority programs. Develop and implement integrated evidence plans, including interventional, NIS, RWE, and implementation science studies. Co-develop MSL strategy, medical education, publication planning, and expert network development. Represent Global Medical Affairs with internal and external stakeholders. Provide strategic input into development programs and lifecycle management. Ensure compliance with medical quality standards and company policies. Champion patient-centric approaches and support access programs globally. Collaborate cross-functionally with Development, S&G, US and International Medical Affairs.

Requirements

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Must Have:

MD (Nephrologist preferred), PhD, or PharmD in Health Sciences. 5+ years of experience in Medical Affairs or Clinical Development, preferably in Renal Diseases. Strategic mindset with ability to influence across matrix organizations. Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus. Deep understanding of healthcare systems and Nephrology stakeholders. Proven track record in medical affairs project delivery. Knowledge of GCP, clinical methodology, and regulatory requirements.
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Preferred:

Significant Nephrology expertise and global pre-launch/launch experience. Experience developing scalable, best-in-class processes. Clinical trial development experience in Nephrology.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

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Division
Development
Business Unit
Universal Hierarchy Node
Location
United Kingdom
Site
London (The Westworks)
Company / Legal Entity
GB16 (FCRS = GB016) Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd.
Alternative Location 1
Barcelona Gran Via, Spain
Alternative Location 2
Dublin (NOCC), Ireland
Functional Area
Research & Development
Job Type
Full time
Employment Type
Regular
Shift Work
No

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.