It is what it is - Medical Science Liaison (MSL) Novartis Employee Review

3.0
Dec 17, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

-name recognition -great salary & benefits -long-tenured people -access to resources -effective therapies -diversity

Cons

-high metrics -multiple cross-functional colleagues calling on the same providers -lack transparency -leadership lacks understanding of how healthcare organizations work -antiquated ways of working -performative offerings of support - the expectation is to not be promotional, but move like you're promotional--cold calling offices -their written values don't align with what is exercised

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Cons

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2.0
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Pros

Good Products to represent and many opportunities for advancement

Cons

Poor culture, Poor Leadership. Restructuring every year or two.

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