Medical Science Liaison (6-Month Contract)

PURPOSE:

▪     Communicates complex scientific and medical information to a variety of internal and external stakeholders

▪     Builds and fosters strong relationships with key external experts in their shared therapeutic category

▪   Gathers and communicates field insights to inform business strategy and medical plans

EDUCATION:

▪   Bachelor’s Degree Required

▪   Master’s Degree preferred

REQUIREMENTS & Preferred Experience:

▪   Prior MSL or Field-based Medical experience (HCP/KOL engagement) of 1-2 years preferred

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

▪   Demonstrates proficiency in the following:

o Communication, Organizational and Interpersonal skills

o Written and verbal communication skills

o Presentation skills: formal and informal to large groups and small groups

o Problem solving skills

o Strong software and computer skills, including MS Office applications.

▪   Able to:

o Travel to meet the needs of the geographical territory

o Assimilate and learn new information quickly

▪   An ideal candidate is:

o Self-motivated

o Able to function independently with minimal day-to-day supervision and oversight

o Enthusiastic, projects a positive attitude, and easily adapts to change

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

▪     Engage in peer-to-peer scientific exchange with ability to understand, interpret, communicate complex scientific data and information effectively to KOLs/HCPs

▪   Identify, renew, cultivate and maintain professional relationships with local/regional KOLs

▪     Deliver medical presentations to diverse audiences effectively, including Physicians, Pharmacists, nurses, etc.

▪     Maintain thorough and up-to-date knowledge of disease state, clinical information, and product data within assigned therapeutic area

▪     Respond to incoming off-label queries in compliance with health regulations and medical ethics codes

▪     Has an in-depth knowledge of current pharmaceutical industry code of practice for Ethical Conduct the promotion of medical products

▪     The Medical Science Liaison ensures that all Medical Affairs applicable regulations, policies, and procedures are adhered to and in compliance with the country/region he/she is responsible for

▪     Maintain cross-functional collaboration with internal teams: Marketing, Sales, Regulatory, Legal, etc.

▪     Contribute to publication planning, development of medical education material, internal scientific training to sales force, etc.

▪   Collect and disseminate competitive intelligence from multiple sources

▪     Influence product reimbursement activities post-launch by getting the drug/device on the Hospital formularies and Essential drug lists according to Country level regulations

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