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Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 75 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
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The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
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No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
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What Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles3 certified filings for “ED, Portfolio & Early Pipeline Strategy” (Marketing Managers) in NJ: $199k–$199k, median $199k.
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- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- The US Department of Labor certified 75 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- No salary bar for this route
- H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles
- 3 certified filings for “ED, Portfolio & Early Pipeline Strategy” (Marketing Managers) in NJ: $199k–$199k, median $199k. Most were filed at wage level III (100%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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About the role
Salary Range:
lei212,870.00 - lei395,330.00
Job Description Summary
The Access Strategy & HEOR Lead proposes and implements the TA access and reimbursement strategy, articulated in the general Novartis Romania V&A Strategy, under the coordination of the TA Access Strategy & HEOR Head.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
• Provides accurate and relevant insights into Novartis Romania forecast for new launches, defining the best ways for securing and improving access;
• Supports the implementation of Global Pricing Strategies in the TA, accurately reflecting the local environment;
• Develops assumptions of price and economic measures for strategic plans and budgets, working closely with the Pricing and Access Contracting functions.
• Builds and maintains relationships with key influencers/decision makers for the assigned TA area, articulated into the Novartis Romania V&A strategy and work with the relevant counterparts from other countries to provide to V&A Head and Management Team with insight and analyses regarding access, pricing and reimbursement relevant for the assigned brands and for Novartis strategy.
• Works closely with TA and V&A teams to prepare new launches, HTA files submission
• Supports TA in constructing the Business Cases for the new drugs reimbursement approval, participates in over-the-country case negotiation, prepares the CV offer and documents to secure the CV signing in the best possible timeline;
• Has deep understanding of customer needs and the competitive and VA environment to provide early relevant input into local product development decisions.
• Provides analytical rationale for Business Cases in the assigned TA
Essential Requirements:
• At least 5 years in pharma industry in Market Access, Reimbursement or similar role/experience
• Excellent understanding of the Romanian Healthcare system functioning and management
• Experience with reimbursement dossier submissions
• Fluent in English (spoken & written)
• University Graduate - Pharmacy, D/PhD, biology, chemistry, financial education
• Proven ability to understand and clearly communicate scientific and economic topics.
• Solid understanding of national health care, regulatory environment, of drug P&R and listing process.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills
Benefits & Rewards
At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.
• Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: 212,870.00 - 395,330.00 RON Annual
The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.
In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.
The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.
Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.
Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf
Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of c
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