Director, Medical Advisor

Novartis • East Hanover, NJ

9d • $185,500 - $344,500 • Onsite

About The Position

As Director, Medical Advisor, you will lead a talented team at the intersection of medical, commercial, legal, and regulatory collaboration, helping shape how critical scientific information supports healthcare professionals and patients. This is an opportunity to influence high-impact decisions, drive operational excellence, champion innovative use of artificial intelligence, and develop exceptional talent while ensuring the highest standards of medical review and scientific integrity across Novartis US Medical Affairs.

Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy, Medical Doctor, or healthcare-related Doctor of Philosophy degree; equivalent industry experience considered.
• Five or more years of pharmaceutical industry experience with increasing responsibility.
• Experience working within Medical Information or Medical Affairs functions.
• Proven people leadership experience with a track record of building high-performing teams.
• Strong understanding of medical review processes, scientific communications, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive operational excellence.

Nice To Haves

• Prior people management experience

Responsibilities

• Lead Medical Advisor services across assigned brands, ensuring scientific excellence and consistent medical review standards.
• Provide strategic medical guidance throughout promotional review activities within cross-functional review teams.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of Medical Advisor professionals.
• Coach and mentor associates to support career growth, engagement, and professional development.
• Drive operational excellence while maintaining high-quality service and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Partner across medical, legal, regulatory, and commercial functions to ensure compliant decision-making.
• Champion responsible artificial intelligence adoption and continuous innovation within team workflows.

Benefits

• health
• life and disability benefits
• a 401(k) with company contribution and match
• a variety of other benefits
• a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree