Medical Science Liaison Neuroscience

About the Medical Science Liaison Role

Novartis is seeking a Medical Science Liaison - Neuroscience to join its team in Riyadh. This full-time role involves developing peer-to-peer relationships with Medical Experts and key stakeholders to support the development, launch, and commercialization of Neuroscience products. The position also includes providing clinical trial support and responding to scientific information requests.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute medical expert engagement plans in alignment with therapeutic area strategy through unbiased, scientific exchange.
• Build and maintain scientific relationships with healthcare professionals and medical experts to foster long-term collaboration.
• Share and discuss emerging clinical data, publications, and therapeutic insights to address scientific questions.
• Support medical education activities, including hospital meetings and scientific events, consistent with medical strategy.
• Systematically collect, synthesize, and communicate external insights from clinical practice and scientific discussions.
• Contribute to evidence generation by supporting study site identification, interactions, and clinical research activities.
• Inform local and regional medical strategy through real-world feedback and identification of unmet needs.
• Provide scientific support and clinical data interpretation to internal stakeholders across Medical, Commercial, and Value & Access teams.
• Represent Novartis as a scientific ambassador, strengthening the medical ecosystem and therapeutic area leadership.
• Ensure full compliance with ERC, governance, regulatory requirements, and accurate CRM documentation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Medical Affairs or clinical/scientific roles, preferably in a field-based setting within healthcare or pharmaceuticals. Experience in Neuroscience is an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to engage in high-quality, evidence-based scientific dialogue with healthcare professionals and medical experts.
• Proven capability in interpreting and communicating complex clinical and scientific data.
• Experience in insight generation, synthesis, and communication to inform strategy.
• Good understanding of pharmaceutical industry regulations, compliance standards, and medical governance.

Required Skills

• Strong planning, prioritization, and territory management skills within a matrix environment.
• High integrity, ethical mindset, and scientific curiosity.
• Strong communication skills.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, requiring engagement with a diverse range of medical experts and internal stakeholders.

Application Process

Candidates with 2-5 years of relevant experience are encouraged to apply for this role at Novartis.