Summary

Contribute to sourcing of BD&L and M&A deals originating in China that are aligned with global S&G priorities in oncology.
Leverage innovation in China by identifying technologies and assets in alignment with global search priorities in oncology.
Present oncology opportunities within the global S&E team and broader C&BD team.
Act as the face of Novartis and the point of contact in the region for biotechs with technologies and assets of potential interests in oncology.
Contribute to building competitive landscape reports for oncology
Work as a lead for screening oncology asset opportunities in China and scouting for innovative technologies.

About the Role

Major Accountabilities:

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Deliver against the S&G organization's Search & Evaluation strategies and plans/objectives.
• Lead the execution of finding activities and alignment with strategic priority targets in oncology.
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• Works constructively with key stakeholders, present to internal leadership teams and facilitate internal consensus on opportunities.
• Support the formal governance process and adhere to internal BD&L review process to ensure quality and consistency of the evaluation of all C&BD activities in accordance with process guidelines.
• Present the opportunity to appropriate deal committee and provide local support for timely negotiation and execution mandates.
• Support branding Novartis S&E in the industry via actively participating conferences, meetings, roadshows, and other external and internal activities.
• Reporting of technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Supported and contributed to execution of Global C&BD Deals and their presentation to internal governance bodies
• Conference coverage in regional partnering and medical congresses

Minimum Requirements:

Work Experience:

• Master degree in a related scientific field required. Doctorate degree is preferred.
• 5+ years of business development work experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries required
• Highly motivated professional with strong organizational and communication skills, excellent work ethic, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated scientific knowledge of Pharmaceutical Drug Discovery, Clinical Development and Intellectual Property Processes.
• Proficient in Chinese (Mandarin) and English
• Accept international and domestic business travel

Skills:

• Alliance Management.
• Business Development.
• Collaboration.
• Creativity.
• Cross-Functional Teams.
• Curiosity.
• Customer Experience.
• Due Diligence.
• Emergency Management.
• Evaluation.
• Law (Legal System).
• Lifesciences.
• Marketing Strategy.
• Media Campaigns.
• Merchandising.
• Negotiation Skills.
• Prioritization.
• Project Management.
• Sales.
• Scouting.
• Search.
• Selling Skills.
• Transactions.

Languages:

• English.

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