Director, Portfolio Scientific Communications

Responsibilities:                                                                                                                

• Lead end‑to‑end global scientific communication strategies across the Immunology portfolio.
• Define scientific narratives, statements, and lexicon aligned with therapeutic area and asset strategies.
• Develop and execute global publication plans across the asset lifecycle, ensuring quality, impact, and timeliness.
• Lead congress scientific communications, including data interpretation, narrative development, and global readiness activities.
• Partner with medical, development, research, and insights teams to deliver integrated scientific communication strategies.
• Provide matrix leadership to cross‑functional publication teams and external agency partners.
• Ensure compliance with publication, medical education, and regulatory standards across all scientific communication activities.
• Drive innovative approaches and pilots to enhance effectiveness, efficiency, and stakeholder engagement.
• Measure and track the impact of scientific communications, using insights to continuously refine strategy and execution.
• Manage agency relationships, budgets, and vendor performance to deliver high‑quality outcomes on time.

Essential for the role:

• Extensive experience in scientific communications within Immunology in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Proven leadership in developing and executing global publication and medical education strategies across the asset lifecycle.
• Advanced scientific degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, or a related discipline.
• Strong ability to translate complex clinical data into clear, compelling scientific narratives for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated success working in global, cross‑functional, matrix environments.
• Deep understanding of publication ethics, medical education standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance innovation, quality, compliance, and executional excellence.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills with strong stakeholder influencing capability.

Desirable for the role:

• Experience supporting assets across the life cycle within Immunology.
• Experience leading global congress strategies and high‑impact scientific communication initiatives.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.