Western US Medical Sales Liaison

Medical Affairs United States


Description

Main Responsibilities

  • Identify, develop, and maintain peer-to-peer relationships with thought leaders, healthcare practitioners and researchers 
  • Engage in scientific dialogue with clinically relevant content 
  • Provide effective clinical presentations and tailor approved presentations to meet specific audience needs 
  • Provide on-label and reactive scientific information upon request for medical inquiries and support pharmacovigilance 
  • Assess feasibility of investigator research concepts and serve as primary point of contact for investigator-initiated studies from inception to publication 
  • Identify appropriate sites for company sponsored research and provide support for Investigators and site research staff 
  • Assist in the planning and execution of advisory boards and other programs 
  • Research, edit and write scientific communication and administrative reports 
  • Attend and collect key medical insights at relevant local, regional, national, and international congresses 
  • Serve as a scientific resource and educator to internal stakeholders 
  • Develop, implement and manage territory plans for tactical execution of Medical and Scientific Affairs strategy 
  • Develop and maintain an in-depth scientific knowledge of disease states and products in Helsinn areas of focus 
  • Effectively partner and participate in cross-functional projects, initiatives, meetings, and workstreams with internal stakeholders 
  • Maintain integrity and full compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations, industry guidelines and company SOPs 
  • Identify disease state and product speakers for promotional programs and provide training.

Work Experience Requirements

A minimum of 5 years in an MSL role or relevant clinical and/or scientific practice setting is required; consideration will be made with comparable experience in research and/or pharmaceutical experience 

·        Industry, clinical and/or research expertise in dermatology therapeutics and/or oncology is preferred 

·        Proven ability to develop strong relationships with HCPs or researchers  

·        Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to understand and respond to multiple external and internal customer demands and critical thinking skills to navigate difficult situations 

·        Strong communication and presentation skills 

·        Expertise in interpretation and application of published medical and technical scientific literature 

·        Flexible to new opportunities and adaptable to organizational change 

·        Professional appearance and demeanor 

·        Working knowledge of U.S. legal, regulatory, and compliance regulations and guidelines relevant to pharmaceutical industry interactions with healthcare professionals  

·        60% domestic travel required with overnights and some weekends, including occasional international travelability to use a variety of digital technology platforms and devices to either conduct, present, document or attend meetings 

·        Must complete initial training and successfully pass all assessments within 90 days of hire 

Education Requirements

Doctorate or professional/advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, Physician Assistant, Doctor of Nursing Practice) in health sciences is required.  Clinical experience in dermatology or oncology preferred.