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Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation

Medical Manager Gene Therapy

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Sponsorship verdict

Sponsorship possible

One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.

  • 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.
  • The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
  • 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.
  • What Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles7 certified filings for “Director, Resource Optimization Commercial” (Medical and Health Services Managers) in NJ: $183k–$223k, median $223k.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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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
7 certified filings for “Director, Resource Optimization Commercial” (Medical and Health Services Managers) in NJ: $183k–$223k, median $223k. Most were filed at wage level IV (67%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% 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

Job Description Summary We are looking for a Medical Manager to provide scientific and medical leadership for an assigned Therapeutic Area, helping translate scientific evidence into meaningful impact for patients and the healthcare community. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of science, clinical research and medical strategy, partnering with leading external experts and internal cross-functional teams. The Medical Manager will build trusted scientific relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and relevant healthcare and regulatory stakeholders, generate actionable medical insights, and contribute to the development and execution of clinical and evidence-generation activities.   Job Description Main Responsibilities: • Build and maintain strong scientific relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals and relevant external stakeholders , fostering high-quality scientific exchange and identifying insights that can inform the medical strategy. • Ensure medical and scientific enquiries are addressed with high quality and in a timely manner , in accordance with applicable standards, and develop standard scientific response documents for frequently asked questions when appropriate. • Provide medical and scientific input into the design, development and execution of clinical trials and clinical research activities , including the initiation and oversight of studies within the assigned Therapeutic Area. • Support the country strategy and execution of Non-Interventional Studies (NIS) and Investigator-Initiated Trials (IITs) , contributing to local evidence-generation priorities. • Contribute medical expertise and scientific insights to the development and execution of the Therapeutic Area medical strategy and annual medical activities . • Coordinate the medical review and approval of locally developed medical and promotional materials, ensuring that global and regional materials are appropriately adapted to local scientific needs and approved according to applicable local and P3 guidelines. • Translate scientific developments, external stakeholder perspectives and medical insights into actionable recommendations for cross-functional teams . • Work collaboratively with Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, Quality Assurance, Commercial, Brand and other relevant functions , ensuring the medical perspective is incorporated into strategic discussions and business priorities. • Support scientific and educational initiatives, including advisory boards, congress-related activities, scientific meetings and other medical education activities, as appropriate for the Therapeutic Area. • Identify and assess potential risks within the area of responsibility and contribute to appropriate risk mitigation plans, internal controls and monitoring activities . • Ensure all activities are conducted according to the highest standards of Ethics & Compliance , applicable regulations and company policies. • Ensure technical complaints, adverse events and special case scenarios related to company products are reported within the required timelines and processes. Profile Requirements • University degree in Medicine. • Strong scientific understanding and ability to critically interpret and communicate clinical and medical evidence . • Relevant professional experience within Medical Affairs, clinical research, the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry or a closely related scientific healthcare environment . • Experience working within a Therapeutic Area and developing a strong understanding of the scientific landscape, patient journey and evolving standards of care. • Experience interacting and developing credible scientific relationships with KOLs, investigators, healthcare p

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