Medical Lead, Neuroscience - Toronto

Novartis AG; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis Pharma Canada Inc. is seeking a Medical Lead in Neuroscience based in Toronto, Ontario.

The role shapes the medical strategy across Canada, collaborating with commercial, access, regulatory and global teams to translate insights into action that advances neuroscience care. The position requires an advanced degree and extensive Medical Affairs experience in neuroscience, with a strong track record in evidence generation, scientific communication and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific or healthcare degree (MD/PhD/PharmD) or equivalent.
• Significant pharma industry experience in Medical Affairs, Neuroscience preferred.
• Strong scientific and clinical knowledge with ability to engage credibly with healthcare professionals.
• Experience developing medical strategies in cross-functional environments.
• Knowledge of clinical research, evidence generation, and healthcare regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Canadian Neuroscience Medical Affairs strategy and medical leadership.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with Commercial, Access, Regulatory and global teams.
• Engage external experts to generate actionable insights and advance practice.
• Identify evidence gaps and lead research, data generation and scientific communications.
• Ensure scientific excellence, governance, ethics, and regulatory compliance across activities.

Skills

Medical strategy leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

External expert engagement

Evidence generation

Scientific communication

Education

MD/PhD/PharmD or equivalent

Job description

Summary#LI-HybrideLocation: Toronto, OntarioThis role is based in Toronto, Ontario Canada. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.Join us as Medical Lead, Neuroscience and shape the medical strategy behind innovative therapies that can transform outcomes for patients across Canada. In this strategic and collaborative role, you will combine scientific expertise, forward-looking thinking and meaningful engagement with healthcare experts to generate evidence, advance clinical practice and address critical unmet needs. Working across functions and with global partners, you will turn insights into action and help advance the future of neuroscience care.This job posting is for an existing position.About the RoleKey responsibilities:Lead Medical Strategy: Develop and execute the Canadian Neuroscience Medical Affairs strategy to address unmet needs and improve patient outcomes.Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the medical co-partner to Commercial, Access, Regulatory, and global teams, providing strategic scientific leadership.Engage External Experts: Build and maintain trusted relationships with healthcare professionals, scientific experts, and key stakeholders to generate actionable insights.Advance Evidence Generation: Identify evidence gaps and lead research, data generation, and scientific communication initiatives that support clinical practice.Ensure Scientific Excellence and Compliance: Provide medical oversight and governance to ensure all activities meet the highest standards of scientific integrity, ethics, and regulatory compliance.Essential Requirements:Advanced scientific or healthcare degree (MD, PharmD, PhD, or equivalent).Significant pharmaceutical industry experience in Medical Affairs, with expertise in Neuroscience preferred.Strong scientific and clinical knowledge with the ability to engage credibly with healthcare professionals and external experts.Demonstrated experience developing and executing medical strategies in a cross-functional environment.Solid understanding of clinical research, evidence generation, drug development, and applicable healthcare regulations.Excellent communication, scientific presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and project management capabilities.Desirable Requirements:Experience in Neuroscience (e.g., Multiple Sclerosis, Neuroimmunology, Neuromuscular Disorders, or related therapeutic areas).Knowledge of the Canadian healthcare, reimbursement, and regulatory environment.At Novartis Canada, we are determined to be a valued partner and advocate, with a deep understanding of patient needs along the entire care journey – from drug development, to diagnosis, to access and beyond. Part of the way we are doing this is by leveraging data, technology, and partnerships.Research & Development: we focus on four core therapeutic areas: Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolic, Immunology, Neuroscience and Oncology. We also develop and deliver treatments through other promoted and established brands, which today are helping millions of patients. Over the last three years, our average annual research and development investment in Canada was over $30 million, and we conduct clinical trial research in every region throughout Canada.Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse team’s representatives of the patients and communities we serve.Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-cultureBenefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally.Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB)DivisionInternationalBusiness UnitDevelopmentLocationCanadaSiteTorontoCompany / Legal EntityCA04 (FCRS = CA004) NOVARTIS PHARMA CANADA INC.Functional AreaResearch & DevelopmentJob TypeFull timeEmployment TypeRegularShift WorkNo