Medical Advisor Oncology - Norway

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Job Description

Medical Advisor Oncology, Novartis, Norway

Job Summary:
Do you want to work for a Global Pharmaceutical company where you will be recognized for your contribution and commitment? Look no further, apply today for Medical Advisor Oncology.

Job Purpose:
The purpose of the Medical Advisor role is to support the strategy and clinical development, the launch and the commercialization of drug products to consolidate Novartis’s market position by providing medical information of compounds and indications and to collaborate closely with other departments and external stakeholders in the field. To build awareness around the Novartis pipeline and to support Product Solutions which are aligned with compound or brand strategy by exchanging scientific information and supporting clinical trials and projects.

Key Responsibilities:
• To support a Nordic/national study strategy in each individual indications
• To contribute to international studies through Medical input for Clinical Development Plans, study protocols, choice of study centres, feasibility, commitment of recruiting measurements.
• To contribute to international and regional studies and work alongside GMO and HQ/ORE.
• To develop study concepts, inspection plans and study finalization reports for national studies.
• To develop and support NIS.
• To support IITs.
• To write articles, publications and congress reviews.
• As part of their role as medical rep, to attend medical meetings, Brand/Core Indication Team meetings, New Product-Team meetings and Business Reviews, as appropriate.
• To develop close working relationships with physicians, KOLs and other partners in the health environment also by means of their organisation and management of Advisory/Technical Boards.
• To be primary point of contact and relationship owner of patient advocacy groups
• To participate and contribute actively, as medical representative and content expert, in Brand/Core Indication Teams relative to upcoming launches, Life-Cycle Management and Marketing concepts, so as to support the team on scientific and clinical issues.
• To keep up to date with the market and study (academic) environment regarding medical trends and clinical studies. To share and disseminate medical information within the organization.
• To ensure the implementation and conduct of Expanded Access Programs, Compassionate Use Programs and Individual Patient Supply Programs (IPSP).
• To plan and control the Phase-IV-Budget for project activities within their respective country
• To participate in the Preparation of medical or development audits as necessary.
• To be responsible for building medical / scientific liaison for specific brands / compounds.
• To support compliance in all interactions throughout the organization and maintain ongoing liaison with Regional and Local compliance functions to ensure that all processes and activities are in line with internal and external policies (NP4, EFPIA, global guidelines).

About Novartis:
Novartis is a global healthcare company based in Switzerland that provides solutions to address the evolving needs of patients worldwide. In Novartis Group we focus on three areas – innovative medicines (Pharmaceuticals & Oncology), eye care (Alcon) and generics (Sandoz). We have offices in all four Nordic countries and we are approximately 900 associates.
Our mission is to discover new ways to improve and extend people's lives. Our vision is to be a trusted leader in changing the practice of medicine. Corporate responsibility is central to how we run our business. We focus our CR work in two key areas: expanding access to healthcare and doing business responsibly.
As a global healthcare leader, Novartis has one of the most exciting product pipelines in the industry today. A pipeline of innovative medicines brought to life by diverse, talented, performance driven people. All of which makes us one of the most rewarding employers in our field.

Diversity and Inclusion
Each of us is different. At Novartis, we aspire to move beyond stereotypes, assumptions and bias to bring these differences together every day. To operate successfully as a global organization, it is essential that our people reflect the rich cultural, ethnic and gender diversity of our markets. Diversity of our workforce enhances customer insight and our ability to meet the needs of patients and other stakeholders. Retaining the most qualified talent adds value to our company, our customers, our employees, our shareholders, our suppliers and the communities in which we live and work.

Culture and Values
Novartis has a clear mission, focused strategy and strong culture, all of which we expect will support the creation of value over the long term for our company, our shareholders and society. We recognize that our business depends on the creativity, dedication and performance of our associates. We encourage associates to focus on achievement through collaboration and innovation. Our values help guide the choices people make every day, and they define our culture and help us execute the Novartis strategy in line with our mission and vision.

Our values and behaviors are:
Innovation - by experimenting and delivering solutions
Quality - by taking pride in doing ordinary things extraordinarily well
Collaboration - by championing high performing teams with diversity and inclusion
Performance - by prioritizing and making things happen with urgency
Courage - by speaking up, giving and receiving feedback
Integrity - by advocating and applying high ethical standards every day

Benefits of Working for Novartis:
• Competitive Salary
• Bonus Scheme for employees on all levels
• Pension & Insurance Scheme
• “Be Healthy” initiatives to promote associate health and prevent future health issues
• Flexible working hours and possibility to work from home

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

Desired profile

Minimum requirements

The ideal candidate will have:
• Medically qualified and registered physician or PhD/PharmD
• Higher medical qualification or science degree preferred
• Norwegian as national language,
• English: fluent written & spoken.
• More than 2 years’ experience in clinical medicine and/or clinical research (preferred)
• Knowledge of the indication oncology (preferred)
• Good planning and organisational skills
• Medical and scientific writing skills.

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

We kindly ask you to apply with an English version of your CV and if shortlisted you can expect a call from an international number.