Clinical Trial Liaison

Jazz Pharmaceuticals • Palo Alto, CA

2d • $145,600 - $218,400 • Remote

About The Position

The Clinical Trial Liaison (CTL) is a field-based scientific expert dedicated to accelerating clinical trial execution. The role builds peer-to-peer relationships with Principal Investigators and clinical site staff in Neuroscience and Oncology, provides protocol expertise, addresses site enrollment barriers, and shares clinical insights. Through stronger site engagement, the CTL supports trial performance and Jazz Pharmaceuticals’ work to bring innovative medicines to patients.

The CTL works with healthcare professionals and internal and external stakeholders to support clinical trial sites, improve site and trial operations, and communicate research insights to clinical study teams. The position is field-based and requires willingness to travel up to 60% of the time.

Requirements

• Strategic mindset and ability to research, critically analyze, and communicate complex scientific and medical information and data, and incorporate it into site engagement plans and activities.
• Clear and concise communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated interpersonal relationship-building, networking, collaboration, and teamwork skills, particularly with healthcare professionals and leading scientific and medical professionals.
• Highly self-motivated and able to work autonomously.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt, and remain results-focused in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to influence without authority or gain acceptance and consensus in sensitive situations while maintaining relationships.
• Strong capabilities working with digital platforms and tools.
• Knowledge of target geographies, healthcare environments, and external experts in academia and the medical community.
• Established network and demonstrated ability to develop trusted relationships with opinion leaders, Principal Investigators, clinical trial networks, and site research staff in relevant disease areas.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial methodology, GCP, drug development, and regulatory requirements, including legal and regulatory requirements for field-based personnel interacting with healthcare professionals.
• Willingness to work outside normal work hours to meet business demands.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD, or equivalent) and at least 3 years of experience in oncology and/or neuroscience medicine; alternatively, an RN, NP, CNP, PA, or equivalent license, at least a Master’s degree or equivalent, and at least 5 years of experience in oncology and/or neuroscience medicine.
• At least 2 years of experience as a Medical Scientific Liaison, Clinical Scientist, Clinical Trial Liaison, or in a comparable field-based industry or clinical role.
• Willingness to travel up to 60% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license and residence within proximity of a major airport.

Nice To Haves

• Strong track record and demonstrated success in target therapy areas and indications, such as targeted therapies for solid tumors or epilepsy.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop peer-to-peer relationships with key opinion leaders, Principal Investigators, sub-investigators, and healthcare providers in target therapeutic areas and selected pipeline indications.
• Serve as a field-based scientific and clinical trial expert and advocate, using disease-state and pipeline knowledge to engage Principal Investigators and clinical site staff in protocol discussions.
• Lead site engagement strategies and initiatives to improve trial and site operational performance and relationships, proactively identifying barriers to patient screening, enrollment, and retention.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to develop and execute territory plans aligned with site engagement objectives, plans, and deliverables; partner with internal teams and CRO partners to share insights and coordinate activities without duplication.
• Identify and communicate clinical and research issues and insights from research sites and healthcare providers to clinical study teams, providing recommendations and creative solutions as appropriate.
• Participate in clinical study education for healthcare professionals in communities around trial sites, including supporting sites with presentations at healthcare institutions, conferences, and surrounding communities.
• Provide scientific support for site and patient engagement deliverables, including development of site- and patient-specific study materials.
• Document and forward reports of adverse events and product complaints in accordance with Jazz policy.
• Adhere to relevant national and local Codes of Practice.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Flexible paid vacation
• May be eligible for a discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation, depending on the role.
• May be eligible for discretionary equity grants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior