Senior Medical Science Liaison - Oncology📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Novartis Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) - Oncology to join our team in Jeddah, Makkah. This role serves as a scientific liaison to the medical and scientific community. The MSL will establish, develop, and partner with Healthcare Providers/Professionals (HCPs), including external Medical Experts and study investigators. The primary objective is the timely, ethical, and stakeholder-focused dissemination of clinical and scientific information regarding Novartis' compounds. This position involves implementing clinical and educational strategies in collaboration with Novartis colleagues and aligning key stakeholders' scientific educational and research needs with available Novartis resources, providing emerging data in response to specific HCP inquiries. This is a full-time opportunity to contribute to advancements in oncology within the Saudi Arabian market, fostering scientific exchange and ensuring healthcare professionals have access to critical information.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, map, and engage Medical Experts and study investigators in alignment with the Integrated Product Strategy (IPS).
• Share medical, scientific, and health outcomes evidence on Novartis compounds, therapeutic areas, and new treatment options with HCPs and key stakeholders.
• Respond to unsolicited HCP requests by presenting globally approved data, including compounds in development.
• Involve HCPs in advisory boards, educational activities, and publications when relevant.
• Educate on Novartis clinical research programs, recommend study sites, and support trial feasibility and accrual.
• Facilitate Investigator-Initiated Trial (IIT) submissions and material transfer agreements for independent research.
• Promote scientific exchange on emerging principles and trends within the oncology field.
• Collect and report HCP insights to inform medical strategy and IPS planning.
• Act as a local medical resource for disease area and product training for internal teams.
• Contribute to the design and execution of the Integrated Product Strategy (IPS) and Medical Affairs strategy.
• Ensure strict adherence to all compliance processes, including IIT and Medical Affairs Field Interactions.
• Foster a diverse, inclusive, and harassment-free working environment.
• Provide scientific and educational information to HCPs on patient-critical issues.
• Support internal capability building through training and knowledge sharing initiatives.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A degree in PharmD, PhD, or MD (Medical Doctor) is essential.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Medical Science Liaison.
• Specific experience in Oncology is a strong advantage.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English languages is required.

Required Skills

• Medical Expert Engagement
• Scientific Information & Requests
• Clinical Research Support
• Scientific Exchange & Insights
• Internal Contributions
• Compliance & Integrity
• Education & Communication

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Novartis is committed to helping people with disease and their families through innovative science and a collaborative community, offering opportunities to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives.