Medical Science Liaison - Cardiovascular, Philadelphia

About the role

Novartis is hiring a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for its cardiovascular business in the Philadelphia area. The role is field-based and customer-facing, engaging healthcare providers and medical experts to advance clinical practice and improve patient outcomes. It is a non-promotional, non-sales position. The preferred location is the Greater Philadelphia area, and relocation support and visa sponsorship are not available.

Key responsibilities

• Build professional relationships with HCPs, community physicians, pharmacists, nurses and other thought leaders, covering emerging data, clinical trials, unmet medical need, pipeline discussions, disease-state education and adverse event capture.
• Plan territory and identify key accounts and stakeholders, including academic centers and systems of care, and collaborate internally with colleagues such as HEOR, access, marketing and sales.
• Support company-sponsored clinical trials and work with Medical Affairs and Clinical Operations.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of the cardiovascular therapeutic area and Novartis products, and of internal policies and external regulations.
• Complete administrative duties and training, including CRM profiling and compliance modules.

Required profile

• Graduate degree in science or healthcare; doctoral degree preferred (MD, PhD, DNP, PharmD).
• Manager level: 0-3 years in a field medical or MSL role, or 3-5 years of medical affairs, clinical research or related experience; Associate Director level: minimum 3 years in a field medical or MSL role, or 5-7 years of related experience.
• Strong clinical knowledge, including pharmacotherapy, treatment guidelines, clinical research processes and FDA promotional guidelines.
• Resides in the territory or within 50 miles of the border, with 60-70% travel and a valid driver's license (driving is an essential function).
• Adheres to ethics, compliance and promotional policies.

Required skills

• Clinical research and clinical study reports
• Medical writing and medical information
• Microsoft Word

What we offer

• Pay range of $160,300-$297,700 depending on level, plus performance-based incentives and possible equity awards.
• Health, life and disability benefits, 401(k) with company contribution and match, and time off.
• Initial training for field roles with a dedicated training period.