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Summary

The MSL is responsible for scientifically engaging, collaborating and aligning with a broad range of 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 Integrated Product Strategy (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. Value/Market Access, HEOR, clinical research colleagues) to ensure Novartis can support healthcare systems strengthening & improve patient access and outcomes

Summary

The MSL is responsible for scientifically engaging, collaborating and aligning with a broad range of 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 Integrated Product Strategy (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. Value/Market Access, HEOR, clinical research colleagues) to ensure Novartis can support healthcare systems strengthening & improve patient access and outcomes

About The Role

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 colleagues
• Identify data gaps, data generation opportunities (including RWE and implementation science, precision medicine), and key unmet needs and opportunities to help improve patient access and outcomes
• Ensure 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 stakeholders
• Personalize and expand external stakeholder engagement beyond Healthcare Professionals. Support and contribute to innovative partnership models for shared ownership in transforming clinical practice
• Apply foundational impactful Scientific Engagement principles in stakeholder interactions in alignment with medical strategy and portfolio/pipeline prioritization.
• Communicate the right evidence to the right stakeholder at the right time, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions
• Respond to unsolicited requests for information from stakeholders by sharing appropriate data regarding marketed and pipeline compounds in a timely, compliant, and stakeholder-focused manner.
• Adopt and leverage digital channels for a broader, effective, personalized reach and impact, in addition to leading high level impactful scientific events, exchanges and medical education
• Manage personal and professional development.
• 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).
  
  

• Maintain tailored medical engagement with assigned Key Stakeholders and Decision Makers.
• Ensure tactical implementation of objectives and thus contribute to a best-in-class Field Medical organization.
  
  

• Acts with credibility and clarity of purpose to build and maintain effective and collaborative relationships.
• Working knowledge of the Healthcare System and research procedures as well as the guidelines relevant to the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience in a medical function (2-3 years preferred) in at least one therapeutic area.
• Capable of self-directed learning and having a growth mindset
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
• Application of a curious mindset, employing active listening skills and asking open questions to gain insights and uncover current thinking.
• Capable to adapt, organize, prioritize, and work effectively and collaboratively on multifunctional teams in a dynamic field-based environment.
• Proven ability to successfully leverage new technology/digital/IT solutions for effective stakeholder mapping, development, management, and field medical insights gathering.
• Solid business mentality including innovative, solution-oriented, and critical thinking with performance-focused drive to achieve objectives and execute tactics.
• Strong personal integrity reflected in all actions and behaviors.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

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 colleagues
• Identify data gaps, data generation opportunities (including RWE and implementation science, precision medicine), and key unmet needs and opportunities to help improve patient access and outcomes
• Ensure 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 stakeholders
• Personalize and expand external stakeholder engagement beyond Healthcare Professionals. Support and contribute to innovative partnership models for shared ownership in transforming clinical practice
• Apply foundational impactful Scientific Engagement principles in stakeholder interactions in alignment with medical strategy and portfolio/pipeline prioritization.
• Communicate the right evidence to the right stakeholder at the right time, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions
• Respond to unsolicited requests for information from stakeholders by sharing appropriate data regarding marketed and pipeline compounds in a timely, compliant, and stakeholder-focused manner.
• Adopt and leverage digital channels for a broader, effective, personalized reach and impact, in addition to leading high level impactful scientific events, exchanges and medical education
• Manage personal and professional development.
• 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).

Job Dimensions:

Number of Associates: None

Financial responsibility: PO dependent: may manage budget as assigned

Impact on the organization:

• Maintain tailored medical engagement with assigned Key Stakeholders and Decision Makers.
• Ensure tactical implementation of objectives and thus contribute to a best-in-class Field Medical organization.

Ideal Background:

Education:

Pharmacist, Masters, or other post-graduate degree in health/life sciences. Doctoral degree preferred (PharmD, PhD, MD)

Languages:

Fluent oral and written English & Local Language.

Experience:

• Acts with credibility and clarity of purpose to build and maintain effective and collaborative relationships.
• Working knowledge of the Healthcare System and research procedures as well as the guidelines relevant to the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience in a medical function (2-3 years preferred) in at least one therapeutic area.
• Capable of self-directed learning and having a growth mindset
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
• Application of a curious mindset, employing active listening skills and asking open questions to gain insights and uncover current thinking.
• Capable to adapt, organize, prioritize, and work effectively and collaboratively on multifunctional teams in a dynamic field-based environment.
• Proven ability to successfully leverage new technology/digital/IT solutions for effective stakeholder mapping, development, management, and field medical insights gathering.
• Solid business mentality including innovative, solution-oriented, and critical thinking with performance-focused drive to achieve objectives and execute tactics.
• Strong personal integrity reflected in all actions and behaviors.

Skills Desired

Job Location: Riyadh and Jeddah

The Company: International Pharmaceutical Organization

Therapeutic area Experience: Liver Disease experience/Pediatric Hepatology knowledge.

(OR)

Neuro-muscular/Immunology experience.

Job Qualifications:

• Medical Background (Medicine or Pharmacy degree).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Advanced presentation and computer skills with expertise in literature identification and evaluation.
• Highly motivated and capable to learn large amounts of scientific content, and communicate it in a clear, concise fashion through letters and presentations.
• Intellectual curiosity about the field of science/medicine.
• Ability to work effectively and share information within a team environment.
• Excellent self-management skills and ability to adapt services based on customer needs.
• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Able to plan, organize and manage time efficiently, as well as support and prioritize multiple projects.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.
• Position is 70% field based and 30% office based.
• Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide medical knowledge and scientific update within the therapy areas for external and internal stakeholders, and scientific information management and dissemination.
• Map and identify KOLs and establish scientific partnerships with the KOLs and selected HCPs involved in patient care within the therapy area.
• Present clinic and disease state information to a variety of audiences upon request and/or according to country medical plans.
• Ensure appropriate scientific exchange with HCPs by fostering fair and balanced medical and scientific communications that are not misleading.
• Provide medical input on the development of medical brand plans and strategies.
• May be involved in responding, within defined timelines and quality standards, to unsolicited inquiries from HCPs and other stakeholders.

KPIs:

Targets will be the number of clinics/hospitals visited, patients enrolled, KOLs identified, activities organized, etc.

For those matching the criteria above, you can send your CVs to Namiya:

Join to apply for the Medical Science Liaison role at Novartis

Join to apply for the Medical Science Liaison role at Novartis

Summary

The MSL is responsible for scientifically engaging, collaborating and aligning with a broad range of 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 Integrated Product Strategy (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. Value/Market Access, HEOR, clinical research colleagues) to ensure Novartis can support healthcare systems strengthening & improve patient access and outcomes

Summary

The MSL is responsible for scientifically engaging, collaborating and aligning with a broad range of 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 Integrated Product Strategy (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. Value/Market Access, HEOR, clinical research colleagues) to ensure Novartis can support healthcare systems strengthening & improve patient access and outcomes

About The Role

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 colleagues
• Identify data gaps, data generation opportunities (including RWE and implementation science, precision medicine), and key unmet needs and opportunities to help improve patient access and outcomes
• Ensure 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 stakeholders
• Personalize and expand external stakeholder engagement beyond Healthcare Professionals. Support and contribute to innovative partnership models for shared ownership in transforming clinical practice
• Apply foundational impactful Scientific Engagement principles in stakeholder interactions in alignment with medical strategy and portfolio/pipeline prioritization.
• Communicate the right evidence to the right stakeholder at the right time, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions
• Respond to unsolicited requests for information from stakeholders by sharing appropriate data regarding marketed and pipeline compounds in a timely, compliant, and stakeholder-focused manner.
• Adopt and leverage digital channels for a broader, effective, personalized reach and impact, in addition to leading high level impactful scientific events, exchanges and medical education
• Manage personal and professional development.
• 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).
  
  

• Maintain tailored medical engagement with assigned Key Stakeholders and Decision Makers.
• Ensure tactical implementation of objectives and thus contribute to a best-in-class Field Medical organization.
  
  

• Acts with credibility and clarity of purpose to build and maintain effective and collaborative relationships.
• Working knowledge of the Healthcare System and research procedures as well as the guidelines relevant to the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience in a medical function (2-3 years preferred) in at least one therapeutic area.
• Capable of self-directed learning and having a growth mindset
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
• Application of a curious mindset, employing active listening skills and asking open questions to gain insights and uncover current thinking.
• Capable to adapt, organize, prioritize, and work effectively and collaboratively on multifunctional teams in a dynamic field-based environment.
• Proven ability to successfully leverage new technology/digital/IT solutions for effective stakeholder mapping, development, management, and field medical insights gathering.
• Solid business mentality including innovative, solution-oriented, and critical thinking with performance-focused drive to achieve objectives and execute tactics.
• Strong personal integrity reflected in all actions and behaviors.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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PTC Therapeutics is a global commercial biopharmaceutical company dedicated to extending life's moments for children and adults living with a rare disease. For over 25 years, we have been committed to creating transformative therapies that address the underlying causes of these diseases.

We foster an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team and contribute to our mission.

Visit our website to learn more about our company and culture:

PTC is an established global biopharmaceutical company that delivers therapies for people with rare diseases. We are on an exciting journey to change patients' lives daily, driven by our research and therapies.

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based role supporting disease diagnosis, diagnostic methods, and strategic initiatives within the PTC portfolio. The MSL engages with key opinion leaders, clinicians, and institutions to facilitate early and accurate diagnosis, providing scientific expertise on disease states, clinical presentation, and differential diagnosis.

The MSL builds long-term relationships with healthcare professionals, supports clinical trial activities, and collaborates with internal teams to support early disease recognition and diagnosis. The role requires a strong understanding of the company's products, market dynamics, and the ability to communicate complex scientific information effectively.

• Represent PTC at national and regional medical meetings, engaging with attendees and cultivating professional relationships.
• Deliver and develop scientific presentations to healthcare professionals, payors, and patient organizations.
• Identify and train speakers for advisory boards, symposia, and educational programs.
• Organize regional medical initiatives such as advisory boards.
• Provide insights on therapies, business opportunities, and client feedback to management.
• Establish and maintain relationships with health authorities, KOLs, HCPs, and other stakeholders.
• Support submission of educational grants and research initiatives.
• Stay informed on medical, regulatory, compliance, and competitive landscape issues.

• Advanced degree (e.g., Masters, MPH, PharmD, MD, PhD) in a scientific discipline with at least 7 years of relevant experience, including 3 years as an MSL in rare diseases.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently.
• Experience supporting orphan, rare disease, or specialized drugs.
• Customer-oriented approach and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Team player with a proactive attitude.

PTC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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Job Location: Riyadh and Jeddah

The Company: International Pharmaceutical Organization

Therapeutic area Experience: Liver Disease experience/Pediatric Hepatology knowledge.

(OR)

Neuro-muscular/Immunology experience.

Job Qualifications:

• Medical Background (Medicine or Pharmacy degree).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Advanced presentation and computer skills with expertise in literature identification and evaluation.
• Highly motivated and capable to learn large amounts of scientific content, and communicate it in a clear, concise fashion through letters and presentations.
• Intellectual curiosity about the field of science/medicine.
• Ability to work effectively and share information within a team environment.
• Excellent self-management skills and ability to adapt services based on customer needs.
• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Able to plan, organize and manage time efficiently, as well as support and prioritize multiple projects.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.
• Position is 70% field based and 30% office based.
• Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide medical knowledge and scientific update within the therapy areas for external and internal stakeholders, and scientific information management and dissemination.
• Map and identify KOLs and establish scientific partnerships with the KOLs and selected HCPs involved in patient care within the therapy area.
• Present clinic and disease state information to a variety of audiences upon request and/or according to country medical plans.
• Ensure appropriate scientific exchange with HCPs by fostering fair and balanced medical and scientific communications that are not misleading.
• Provide medical input on the development of medical brand plans and strategies.
• May be involved in responding, within defined timelines and quality standards, to unsolicited inquiries from HCPs and other stakeholders.

KPIs:

Targets will be the number of clinics/hospitals visited, patients enrolled, KOLs identified, activities organized, etc.

For those matching the criteria above, you can send your CVs to Namiya:

Medical Liaison Advisor - Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia

Almarai is the world's largest vertically integrated dairy and the region's largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company. Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Almarai Company is ranked as the FMCG Brand in the MENA region and is a market leader in all its categories across the GCC. Almarai currently employs over 41,000 employees servicing approximately 110,000 retail outlets and reported a net income of SAR 1.76 Billion on sales of SAR 18.72 Billion in 2022. For more details, visit our website - .

The role involves providing expertise in occupational health through risk management and liaising with authoritative bodies to promote the health and well-being of employees.

1. Bachelor's degree in health-related or health science-related field.
2. Registration with the professional body in the candidate's country of domicile.
3. At least 5 years of experience in occupational health or related environment.
4. Experience in delivering training programs and presenting to both large and small groups.
5. An internationally recognized occupational health qualification.

Almarai offers a competitive package, generous leave, medical coverage, discretionary bonus, training, and development opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and expanding global business with attractive remuneration and benefits.

Job Description :

Responsibilities of the role include :

• Attend national and regional medical meetings and symposia as a representative of PTC. Engage in discussions with attendees, attend scientific sessions and poster presentations, gather information, and summarize findings. When appropriate, cultivate professional relationships from these contacts.
• Deliver, and potentially develop or design, fair-balanced and objective clinical and scientific presentations to healthcare professionals (HCPs), payors, and patient organizations in response to unsolicited requests for information on the use of company products.
• Identify and train speakers for advisory boards, symposia, and educational programs using regulatory-approved materials, slide sets, abstracts, posters, etc.
• Organize and carry out regional medical initiatives, such as advisory boards, as needed.
• Provide input to management regarding alternative therapies, business development opportunities/risks, and client feedback.
• Establish, manage, and maintain successful relations with relevant health authorities, including but not limited to KOLs, HCPs, academic institutions, payors, and patient organizations.
• Facilitate the accurate and timely submission of applications for unrestricted educational grants or research initiatives and requests for support of studies, according to company policy.
• Maintain a thorough awareness of medical/clinical, regulatory, compliance, and quality issues and processes as they apply to the company's therapeutic areas. Support and adhere to the standards established by the company.
• Maintain competitor information relevant to the company's therapeutic areas, goals, project activities, and product team priorities. Stay current on therapeutic advances and competing therapies or products. Analyze and communicate relevant intelligence findings and present insightful data efficiently to internal stakeholders.

Requirements of the role include :

• Advanced degree (e.g., Masters, MPH, PharmD, M.D., or Ph.D.) in a scientific discipline with at least 7 years of progressively responsible, relevant experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related environment. At least 3 years of experience as an MSL in rare diseases or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel daily to/from customer accounts and to drive or fly long distances, depending on the size of the assigned territory.
• Experience supporting orphan, rare disease, and/or specialized drugs.
• A highly customer-oriented approach, committed to achieving excellent customer service levels.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• A team mindset with a willingness to support the team and organization proactively.

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Major accountabilities:

Medical Expert Engagement

• In collaboration with the cross-functional team, ensure appropriate identification, mapping and engagement of Medical Experts and study investigators in alignment to Integrated product strategy (IPS).
• Provide and discuss medical, scientific and health care and outcome research evidence on new treatment options, Novartis compounds, products, therapeutic and research areas with key HCPs (e.g. external Medical Experts, researchers, key patient care providers) and relevant stakeholders involved in patient treatment decisions.
• Upon unsolicited requests for information from HCPs, present data on Novartis products, this may include internally Globally approved information on compounds in development with no approved indications.
• Involve HCPs when a need is identified to provide support / advice / participate in specific medical and scientific activities e.g. advisory boards, education of HCPs, publications, etc.

Internal Novartis Contributions

• Serves as local medical resource for disease area and compound/product training to Novartis field colleagues (e.g. sales reps, CRAs).
• Contribute to shape the IPS plan proactively providing external stakeholders’ insights and contribute to the design and execution and the Medical Affairs strategy and plan.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree: PharmD, PhD, Medical Doctor (MD).
• Fluent in English & Local Language (oral and written).
• Must be based in Jeddah, or willing to relocate there.

Skills Desired