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Associate Director External Partner Mgmt Medical Devices
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation · 🇺🇸 Schaftenau
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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. USCIS also records 31 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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- What Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Associate Clinical Development Medical Director” (Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists) in NJ: $117k–$117k, median $117k. 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).
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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. USCIS also records 31 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Salary Range: €88,300.00 - €164,100.00 Job Description Summary Location: Schaftenau, Austria #onsite Role Purpose: With the increasing diversity of Novartis' portfolio, the need for drug-device combination products is also increasing. As such, we are searching for an Associate Director to lead the External Partner Management (EPM) for Global Device and Packaging Development (GDPD). The Associate Director EPM drives the selection of and collaboration with Third Parties for the development of pharmaceutical packaging, drug delivery devices and drug-device combination products including the ‘Make vs. Buy’ strategy in close collaboration with GDPD centers, Technical Research & Development (TRD) and Technical Operations (TechOps) stakeholders across all modalities and technologies, e.g. development and supply of prefilled syringes and autoinjectors for subcutaneous injection, packagings and devices for orals, radioligand therapy and cell and gene therapy. The role establishes effective governance for outsourced work packages and cultivates high-performing strategic partnerships that accelerate portfolio delivery while ensuring quality, compliance and value. Job Description Key Responsibilities: • Lead direct reports and a cross-functional matrix team of EPM experts and represent GDPD in Novartis EPM networks. • Translate TRD’s EPM strategy into actionable guidance for GDPD, enabling effective outsourcing and third-party partnerships. Develop, implement, and refine GDPD’s Make/Buy strategy in alignment with TRD and TechOps. Identify synergies and provide expert advice on sourcing models across diverse projects and technologies. • Third Party Mgmt governance: Define and implement governance frameworks for outsourced work, safeguarding scope, quality, timelines, and budget. Maintain strong interfaces with Quality, Procurement, and TechOps to support seamless execution. • Third Party Mgmt: Identify, establish, and nurture strategic partnerships, fostering best-in-class collaboration. Ensure and track compliance of External Parties together with partner functions. Drive integration of new partners as part of business development. Proactively assess and mitigate vendor risks to ensure consistent delivery, quality, and compliance. Support off-the-shelf supplies for early development as needed (e.g. from small companies). Define KPIs and track outsourcing effectiveness in collaboration with Procurement. Lead escalation and resolution of issues, coordinating cross-functionally to maintain uninterrupted execution. • EPM Compliance and Training: Ensure activities related to External Party Management within GDPD are inline with Novartis quality standards and relevant regulatory requirements. Lead training and development of personnel on skills and capabilities required for External Partner Management. Support definition of training requirements. Author and participate in the creation and maintenance of EPM related procedures. • Initiate / drive / support EPM related efficiency gains, e.g. automation of processes. • Support internal and external audits on EPM related matters. Essential Requirements: • Advanced degree in a life science or related field. • Over 10 years’ experience in pharma/biotech, with significant knowledge of drug, device, packaging, and combination product development. • Demonstrated experience in Third Party or External Supply Management. • Proven leadership in matrix or line functions, with strong cross-functional interface and stakeholder management skills. • Fluent English (oral and written); German language skills are an advantage. • Strong stakeholder management and customer focus, with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks, prioritize, and deliver to tight timelines; excellent communication and pres