Manager, MSL, Global Rare Diseases

Chiesi Group•United States, CA

1d•$163,000 - $245,000•Remote

About The Position

The MSL Manager is responsible for leading and managing a team of Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) to support the company's strategic objectives in the LSD (Lysosomal Storage Disorders) Therapeautic Area. This role involves strategic planning, team management, and ensuring the effective communication of scientific information to healthcare professionals. The MSL Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive medical strategies and enhance stakeholder relationships and support the Head of Medical Affairs Field Team in ensuring field medical strategy and tactics are successfully employed and benchmarked.

Requirements

Graduate level degree (PharmD., M.D., D.O, PhD, MS or equivalent)
Experience in pharmaceutical industry as an MSL for at least 5 years
Leadership or management experience within field medical affairs for 1-2 years
Knowledge and experience in interpreting and adhering to FDA regulations regarding product promotion, scientific exchange, and health care practitioner guidelines
Demonstrated proficiency in written, verbal, and face-to-face communications to effectively present information to and influence/support decision-making of KOLs, direct MSL reports, medical affairs leadership, and cross-functional partners
Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and multifunctional resources concurrently while maintaining high attention to detail and responding to changing priorities
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), Adobe, etc.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in Rare disease

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of LSD MSLs, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance.
Conduct regular performance evaluations, set objectives, and implement development plans for team members.
Oversee recruitment, training, and onboarding of new MSLs.
Develop and implement strategic plans to ensure the MSL team meets GRD and company goals and objectives.
Collaborate with senior management to align MSL activities with broader medical and commercial strategies.
Foster and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and other stakeholders in the medical community.
Ensure MSLs effectively communicate scientific and clinical information to external stakeholders.
Monitor and analyze MSL activities to ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
Review and approve MSL reports, presentations, and other materials to ensure accuracy and relevance.
Work closely with other departments, including Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, and Commercial teams, to support integrated medical strategies.
Provide insights and feedback to internal teams based on interactions with healthcare professionals and KOLs.
Analyze data from MSL interactions and provide strategic recommendations based on insights gathered.
Prepare and present regular reports on team performance, key activities, and impact on strategic objectives.
Ensure that all MSL activities are conducted in compliance with ethical guidelines, industry regulations, and company policies.
Address and resolve any compliance issues promptly.