Executive Director, Therapeutic Area Strategy, Oncology and Hematology

Location Cambridge, MA, East Hanover, NJ, US or Basel, Switzerland. This role will follow a hybrid working model. If based in Europe please apply to REQ-10076235LI. Key Responsibilities Brings external benchmarking, analysis, and insights to support the TA Strategy Head in developing a holistic Novartis TA strategy that achieves sustainable growth in short, mid, and long term. Brings understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and the core Therapeutic Areas (TA) and disease area of Oncology & Hematology to derive insightful and differentiating competitive advantages over peers. Provides key commercial insights to the R&D project teams, particularly for early phase programs; in-market experience in the US is critical. Analyzes reports and publications to extract key messages, including building product forecasts. Supports development and delivery of TA‑specific strategic external insights to identify growth opportunities, emerging competitive challenges, and to create a third‑party view around key strategic levers, commissioning targeted primary research. Essential Requirements Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree (PhD, MD, or other advanced university degree) and / or equivalent experience in life science/healthcare; MBA or consulting or equivalent experience highly preferred. In‑depth TA knowledge or track record to acquire required TA expertise effectively and rapidly in Oncology and/or Hematology. Highly agile with the capacity to support a number of strategic DAs within a TA and multiple programs internal and external. Substantial experience evaluating new product opportunities (through M&A, BD & L, and internal research programs). 7‑10 years of industry pharma and/or medical devices experience. Experience in Research & Development and/or commercial functions with conducting, commissioning, and analyzing primary research. Experience in strategy development and asset shaping early in the lifecycle. Recent (post‑2015) local US in‑market experience, including working within the US market with local US customers and health‑care systems. Compensation & Benefits The salary for this position is expected to range between $248,500 and $461,500 USD per year. The final salary offered is determined based on relevant skills and experience and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Your compensation will include a performance‑based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US‑based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. Employees are also eligible for a generous time‑off package including vacation, personal days, holidays, and other leaves. #J-18808-Ljbffr Novartis Farmacéutica