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Team Lead Medical Communications (Scientific Engagements)

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Novartis

6d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Research & Development
    People, HR & Administration
  • Dublin

AI generated summary

  • You need 10+ years in Medical Communications, HEOR, or Statistics with leadership experience, a relevant advanced degree, and a proactive approach to process improvement and project management.
  • You will manage med comms projects, oversee quality control, lead and develop team members, communicate with stakeholders, implement process improvements, and ensure compliance and performance goals are met.

Requirements

  • 10 + years experience in the function (Medical Communications, HEOR or Statistics) with proven leadership (people management, project management)
  • Self-motivated and driven, proactive approach on how the existing process/product can be improved further within the compliance guidelines. Experience in leading operational excellence projects.
  • M.Sc./M.Pharm/ PhD/ Doctoral Degree or Qualification in Medical Sciences (MBBS/MD/equivalent)

Responsibilities

  • Manage the med comms project delivery for a given brand(s), ensuring the GBS med comms team deliver the agreed scope of work on time, with quality and within budget through close collaboration with colleagues
  • Directly manage key activities as well as overseeing quality control, issue resolution, workflow processes and colleague engagement
  • Lead, coach and manage associates in the team, Champion people engagement & culture development
  • Manage project priorities, tracking milestones, allocate resources based on project requirements, monitor workload distribution and resource planning to ensure adequate assignment of resource to projects
  • Develop and implement appropriate management control systems to ensure quality deliverables and adherence to process compliance
  • Manage communication with stakeholders through regular updates, feedback, addressing issues and sharing best practice to ensure business needs are met
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance team productivity and efficiency Support innovation, operational excellence through continuous development programs supporting Group Lead
  • Be accountable for deliverables delivered by the assigned team, including compliance, adherence to process and brief, customer experience, end-to-end quality of deliverables, collaborations with other Groups in GBS
  • Monitor and report established KPIs and takes proactive action to continuously strive for improvements
  • Recruit talent, manage performance (set objectives, review performance and plan compensation) and develop associates (development/training plans, Organizational Talent Review, coaching or mentoring, as appropriate). Set direction, align and motivate team members to achieve set goals and objectives

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Team Lead Medical Communications (Scientific Engagements)?

The primary responsibility is to ensure the end-to-end delivery of medical communications projects, achieving high quality and timely execution of deliverables.

What are the key responsibilities of the role?

Key responsibilities include managing project delivery, overseeing quality control, leading and coaching team members, managing communication with stakeholders, identifying process improvements, and monitoring KPIs.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A minimum of 10+ years of experience in Medical Communications, HEOR, or Statistics, with proven leadership and project management skills is essential.

Are there any desirable qualifications for this role?

Yes, desirable qualifications include an M.Sc., M.Pharm, PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in Medical Sciences (MBBS/MD/equivalent).

What kind of work environment does Novartis promote?

Novartis promotes an inclusive work environment and builds diverse teams that reflect the patients and communities they serve.

What is the employment type for this position?

The employment type for this position is regular full-time.

Where is the primary location for this job?

The primary location for this job is Dublin, Ireland, at the Novartis Corporate Center.

Can this role be performed remotely?

Yes, there are alternative remote work options available, such as home working in the United Kingdom.

What opportunities for professional development are available?

The role includes opportunities for talent recruitment, performance management, coaching, and the implementation of development/training plans for team members.

What is the commitment statement made by Novartis regarding diversity and inclusion?

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

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Novartis is reimagining medicine to improve and extend people’s lives. As a leading global medicines company, we use innovative science and digital technologies to create transformative treatments in areas of great medical need. In our quest to find new medicines, we consistently rank among the world’s top companies investing in research and development. Novartis products reach nearly 800 million people globally and we are finding innovative ways to expand access to our latest treatments. Around 108,000 people of more than 140 nationalities work at Novartis around the world.

Culture & Values

  • Inspired

    Engage our people. Strive for patients. Live our purpose

  • Curious

    Learn. Be open. Be self-aware

  • Unbossed

    Create clarity. Serve others. Own your actions

  • Integrity

    Be honest. Have courage. Do what’s right