Medical Science Liaison: Strategic Scientific Partner

Novartis AG; Makati; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis AG is seeking a Medical Science Liaison to serve as a trusted scientific partner, building peer-to-peer relationships with Medical Experts and stakeholders. You will provide evidence-based information, support product development, and facilitate clinical trial activities to improve patient care.

You will engage with external groups, disseminate non-promotional scientific content, and work with cross-functional teams to shape development plans and launch strategies in Immunology-related

Qualifications

• Experience in Medical Affairs function in pharmaceutical industry.
• Oncology experience a plus.
• Proven experience in building peer-to-peer relationships with medical experts, key opinion leaders, and healthcare stakeholders.
• Familiarity with clinical trial processes, including site feasibility, recruitment support, and adherence to regulatory guidelines.
• Strong analytical skills to collect, interpret, and report scientific insights that inform medical strategy and product lifecycle planning.
• Skilled in delivering evidence-based, non-promotional scientific information to healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain scientific relationships with Medical Experts, Key Stakeholders, and Healthcare professionals; respond to unsolicited scientific inquiries using approved, evidence-based materials.
• Identify and map Medical Experts and key stakeholders in alignment with local strategies, document interactions and advocacy levels per Field Medical Excellence standards.
• Provide accurate scientific information on Novartis products and therapeutic areas to ensure informed clinical decisions and adherence to medical guidelines.
• Deliver medical support and education to external groups, promoting evidence-based understanding of Novartis products and relevant health economics data.
• Support clinical research activities, including site feasibility assessments, trial recruitment education, and collaboration with internal teams to ensure compliance with protocols and regulations.
• Facilitate scientific exchange and gather insights on emerging research trends, therapeutic challenges, and unmet needs; report findings to shape development plans and launch strategies.
• Implement and manage scientific projects such as registries, epidemiology studies, and cross-functional initiatives aimed at improving patient diagnosis and treatment outcomes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Clinical, Market Access, and other teams to translate insights into actionable strategies that accelerate access to Immunology therapies.

Skills

Medical Affairs experience

Peer-to-peer relationships

Analytical skills

Clinical trial processes

Evidence-based scientific information

Oncology experience a plus

Education

Medical Degree

Job description

Novartis AG is seeking a Medical Science Liaison to serve as a trusted scientific partner, building peer-to-peer relationships with Medical Experts and stakeholders. You will provide evidence-based information, support product development, and facilitate clinical trial activities to improve patient care.

You will engage with external groups, disseminate non-promotional scientific content, and work with cross-functional teams to shape development plans and launch strategies in Immunology-related