REQ-10091313
Nov 05, 2026
Taiwan

Summary

Therapy Area Head - Immunology & Neuroscience
Location : Taipei

#LI-Hybrid

Are you a commercial leader who thrives on turning strategy into results, launching innovative medicines, and building high-performing teams? Join Novartis as our TA Head and shape how we bring transformative therapies to the patients who need them.

As a member of the Country Leadership Team, you'll own the full performance of the Therapeutic Area, including revenue, profitability, and pipeline portfolio. You'll lead the go-to-market model, brand strategy, field force, and launch execution, working closely with Access, Medical, Commercial, and other functions to maximize brand impact and patient reach.

About the Role

Major accountabilities:


  • Own the Therapy Area P&L and deliver growth in sales, market share, and profitability
  • Lead end-to-end launch planning and execution for new products and line extensions
  • Translate global brand strategy into localized, insight-driven brand plans
  • Drive omnichannel excellence across digital programs, HCP engagement, and patient activation
  • Design and size the field force, and steer in-field performance through clear KPIs
  • Build strategic partnerships with KOLs, key accounts, payors, and industry stakeholders
  • Pioneer new commercial models with cross-functional partners
  • Develop a high-performing team through coaching, succession planning, and capability building

Requirements:

  • University degree in bioscience or business required. Advanced degree in bioscience, medicine, business, and/or management preferred.
  • 12+ years of leadership experience in the pharmaceutical or life science industry
  • Proven P&L ownership and strong sales and marketing management track record
  • Hands-on experience leading country-level product launches
  • Deep fluency in market access, regulatory, pricing, and reimbursement dynamics
  • Data-driven mindset with strong business review and course-correction discipline
  • Solid understanding of digital trends, platforms, and omnichannel engagement
  • Experience leading transformation and influencing across a complex matrix organization
  • Fluent English required; Mandarin is a plus
  • Above-country or multi-market experience is an advantage

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: Learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally.
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International
General Management
Taiwan
Taipei
Gestion commerciale et générale
Full time
Regular
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REQ-10091313

Therapy Area Head - Immunology & Neuroscience

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