Major accountabilities:

• Leading coordination of AT- EU PICO assessment exchange for joint clinical assessments within the EU HTA process by generating local health economic insights to ensure compliance and effective navigation of EU HTA regulation.
• Drive Reimbursement discussions within new AT- HTA appraisal board process: Preparing product dossier and a compelling value proposition for reimbursement discussions and negotiating the economic value of Novartis products with authorities to enhance patient access.
• Evidence Generation: Developing health economic strategies for focus and future brands, conducting macroeconomic outcome research, generate cost effectiveness , comparative clinical effectiveness, budget impact or socioeconomic evidence and supporting publication efforts to strengthen product value propositions.
• Policy and Regulation: Staying abreast of evolving European and Austrian healthcare policies, assessing the implications of new regulations, and influencing industry narratives through health economic expertise.
• External Engagement: Establishing and maintaining relationships with HTA agencies, medical societies, healthcare providers, and industry networks to shape the healthcare environment and represent Novartis at relevant events.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• University degree in a relevant field such as scientific disciplines, health economics, or business.
• Fluency in both German and English is essential.
• A minimum of five years' experience in a related field, ideally within healthcare, health economics, or regulatory environments.
• Profound knowledge of the Austrian healthcare system and its regulatory framework.
• Strong analytical mindset paired with excellent project management skills to effectively handle complex processes.
• A hands-on mentality with the ability to navigate and lead in dynamic environments.
• Exceptional communication abilities and strong leadership skills to inspire teams and build valuable stakeholder relationships

Why Novartis?

769 million lives were touched by Novartis medicines in 2020, and while we’re proud of this, we know there is so much more we could do to help improve and extend people’s lives.

We believe new insights, perspectives and ground-breaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working.

We believe our potential can thrive and grow in an unbossed culture underpinned by integrity, curiosity and flexibility. And we can reinvent what's possible, when we collaborate with courage to aggressively and ambitiously tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life, is the risk of never trying!

Imagine what you could do here at Novartis!

In addition to a market-competitive base salary, we offer an attractive incentive program, a modern company pension scheme, learning and development options as well as worldwide career opportunities within the Novartis group. In accordance with Austrian law, we are obliged to disclose the minimum salary. For this position the minimum salary is € 61.000/year (on a full time basis). In most cases, the actual salary will be higher, as we strive to maintain a competitive position in the market and consider your previous experience, qualifications and individual competencies.
We are open for part-time and job sharing models and support flexible and remote working where possible.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

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

Our recruitment decisions are based on selecting the best person for the job, regardless of gender, religion, age, colour, race, sexual orientation, nationality or disability.

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