Manager/Sr Manager, Partnering and Access to Innovation, Global Health

Manager/Sr Manager, Partnering and Access to Innovation, Global Health

Job ID

Mar 04, 2024

USA

About the Role

The Global Health Disease Area in Biomedical Research, Novartis, seeks to discover transformative new medicines to address diseases that predominantly impact populations living in lower income parts of the world.

We are seeking a global/public/population health professional to join our Global Health unit based in the San Francisco Bay Area (Emeryville). This team member will be responsible for managing projects that bridge drug discovery science with needs and opportunities in low-income countries. The activities support research-based contributions to an integrated discovery, development, and drug access strategy for medicines that address unmet needs in traditionally underserved populations globally.

The Manager/Senior Manager will play a key role in developing strategies and managing programs that aim to enable access to gene therapy for sickle cell disease in global settings. It is estimated that more than 300,000 babies are born annually with this chronic and complex disease, and millions of people are currently affected. The greatest disease burden is in sub-Saharan Africa and, through a collaborative effort with external partners, Novartis is discovering in vivo gene therapy-based medicines for sickle cell disease while planning for access-to-medicines from the start.

The role will be embedded within the strategy and partnering team of Novartis Global Health research and will work closely with collaborators that live and work in global settings. This person will also work closely with the science teams and program leadership, and will interface with stakeholders in operational, finance, and legal functions internally and at partnering institutions.

Your Key responsibilities:

• Support the development of early planning for access strategies to facilitate access to novel gene therapy for sickle cell disease

• Coordinate the efforts/collaborations between internal scientific teams and partner institutions globally (e.g., Africa, US)

• Conduct landscape analyses including enablers, barriers, and trends that potentially influence adoption for sickle cell disease gene therapy, with a particular emphasis on communities in Africa

• Work strategically with collaborating researchers and other stakeholders at community, national, and international levels to plan ahead for access to novel sickle cell disease gene therapy with an ultimate aspiration for widespread adoption

• Manage and track progress of existing collaborations, and help to establish new collaborations, and ensure both internal and external partners are informed of progress and requirements

• Support the preparation of publications, white papers and communications that engage communities of stakeholders outside of Novartis and give visibility to progress with early planning for access to novel sickle cell disease therapies

• Work closely with the GH Alliance Management & Partnering team to support a diverse portfolio of international alliances and partnerships

• Support and lead through the drafting and execution of agreements working closely with internal stakeholders (e.g., science, operations, finance, compliance functions, legal, IP) and liaisons at the partnering institutions

• Support financial planning activities

• Coordinate efforts relating to contractual obligations with external partners, provide updates, keep teams on task regarding deliverables and deadlines

Diversity & Inclusion / EEO

We are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

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Role Requirements

• Advanced degree in relevant field (e.g., pharmacy, public health, medicine, or natural sciences)

• Strong scientific background with a Masters, or PhD in natural sciences preferred

• An understanding of healthcare systems in global lower-resourced environments, including supply chains, health clinics, and community-based systems of care, highly desirable

• Knowledge and experience working in the fields of sickle cell disease or gene therapy is an advantage

• 3+ years of experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, and/or research experience working with various international health stakeholders including health authorities, bilateral aid organizations, NGOs, Foundations, UN agencies, etc. required for Senior Manager

• Proven record of working independently and on matrixed and multidisciplinary teams

• Exceptional project management skills

• Excellent communication and writing skills

• Innovative mindset, enthusiastic, and strong collaborative spirit.

The final title of the role would be determined by the hiring team based on the skills; experience & capabilities required to perform the role at the level the role has been offered.

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-culture

Benefits and Rewards: Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $124,000- $186,000/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/24, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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Division

Biomedical Research

Business Unit

GLOBAL HEALTH DA

Location

USA

Site

Emeryville, CA

Company / Legal Entity

NIBRI

Functional Area

Research & Development

Job Type

Full Time

Employment Type

Regular

Shift Work

No