Junior Scientific Advisor (Ophthalmology)

Job description

Job Description

Junior Scientific Advisor (Ophthalmology), Novartis, UK

Job Summary:

Do you want to work for a Global Pharmaceutical company where you will get recognized for your hard work and commitment? Look no further, apply today; Junior Scientific Advisor

Job purpose

You will be accountable for leveraging clinical/scientific data to optimize the delivery of Novartis UK integrated brand plans. You will act as a “data expert” in the Medical Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports and reviews, with the Scientific Advisor/Medical Affairs Advisor/Manager, standard letters and Q&As and provides additional information to support Medical Information enquiry handling process for Brand and TA
• Ensures proactive provision of current awareness e.g. Medical insights, competitor data and NVS clinical trial data, to field force and head office personnel as appropriate / as required
• Ensures Copy Approval Process signatory is in accordance with approval SOPs (30%)
• Reviews promotional materials within required guidelines to ensure compliance with ABPI Code of Practice regulations & NP4 guidelines
• Supports the Scientific Advisor/Medical Affairs Manager/Advisor and the Marketing team to develop and review market leading promotional campaigns
• Under the supervision the Scientific Advisor assists in the management and development of the strategic Brand Core Claim Plan (20%)
• Consults and works with Scientific Advisor/Medical Affairs Advisor/Manager in the development of core claims plans & publications plans
• Supports the TA Head/Medical Affairs Advisor/Manager/ Scientific Advisor in the delivery of the Brand Operational Plan (10%)
• Supports Medical Affairs Advisor/Manager with compilation of effective complaints against competitor promotional campaigns and defend complaints against Novartis Brands as appropriate
• Supports delivery of Brand strategies plans by supporting the Scientific Advisor in the creation and defence of ABPI Code of Practice complaints (10%) as appropriate
• Supports the Scientific Advisor in the development of high quality and timely briefing materials/training on relevant appropriate data
• Supports the Scientific Advisor in providing internal training and specialist support on Brand/TA for head office and field force personnel (15%)
• Supports the Scientific Advisor in delivering training for internal personnel (head office and field force) on Brand and TA scientific knowledge

About Novartis

Our mission is to care and cure; We want to discover, develop and successfully market innovative products to prevent and cure diseases, to ease suffering and to enhance the quality of life. We also want to provide a shareholder return that reflects outstanding performance and to adequately reward those who invest their money, their time and their ideas in our company.

Benefits of Working for Novartis

Competitive Salary, Annual Bonus
Strong Work/Life Balance, flexible working – Top UK Employer
Pension Scheme, Share Scheme
Paid holidays, Comprehensive Medical Insurance
Subsidized Canteen
Employee Recognition Scheme
Sports & Social Club

‘I came for the job, I stay for the culture’

Desired profile

Minimum requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Life Science Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• Industry Placement Experience desirable
• Previous Ophthalmology experience and knowledge of Novartis products are desirable

Novartis are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons