Medical Science Liaison (Gastroenterology) - Gulf Coast

Ardelyx•Birmingham, AL

1d•Remote

About The Position

Ardelyx is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on redefining treatment approaches for patients with significant unmet medical needs. By combining scientific innovation with a collaborative, purpose-driven culture, we strive to create meaningful impact for patients. Team Ardelyx is united by a shared mission and guided by our core values: Passionate, Fearless, Dedicated, and Inclusive. We foster an inclusive environment where employees are respected, supported, and empowered to make an impact — both within our company and in the lives of patients we serve. Position Summary: The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) serves as a field-based advanced technical, scientific, and medical expert, answers product-related questions from HCPs, and provides clinical/scientific presentations and medical education programs. The MSL is responsible for developing, coordinating, and assuring implementation of Ardelyx’s corporate, scientific, and clinical strategies with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) within academic, clinical, and healthcare organizations. These scientific exchanges will support and/or expand current therapeutic concepts, as well as ensure the safe and effective utilization of Ardelyx’s assets. The MSL builds upon the foundational responsibilities of the MSL by providing advanced scientific engagement and deeper strategic input. The MSL is recognized as a subject matter expert, mentor to peers, and key contributor to national field medical initiatives as required, playing an important role in aligning field insights with broader medical strategy.

Requirements

Doctorate degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, DNP, etc) in biological sciences with 0-4 years of MSL Medical Affairs expertise within the therapeutic area or equivalent experience
Advanced Medical/Scientific masters degree (NP, PA) with combined extensive clinical expertise will be considered
Ability to apply technical expertise and solutions to diverse/individualized situations
Critical data analysis skills
Excellent communication & presentation skills
Networking skills and the confidence to interact with senior experts on a peer-to-peer level
Demonstrated ability to integrate and work in cross functional network/matrix
Prior experience in mentorship of medical science liaisons
Demonstrated project management ability
Knowledge of FDA and OIG requirements, as well as the PhRMA Code, including regulations governing compliant scientific exchange
Ability to travel locally, regionally, and nationally as requested/required; up to 70% travel
Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary field-based medical liaison in providing medical information and scientific exchange to external/internal stakeholders
Identify, establish, and manage collaborative relationships with local, national, and regional medical/scientific leaders/investigators to identify and address scientific needs
Present healthcare professionals and decision makers with accurate, unbiased, balanced, and timely answers to unsolicited requests for information in the therapeutic field responsible
Establish scientific and clinical relationships with thought leaders and academic/community centers to expand research and educational opportunities
Engage in non-product discussions regarding scientific topics (e.g., disease state, diagnosis, epidemiology, unmet medical need, population health, etc.)
Prioritize and work effectively in a self-directed manner in a constantly changing environment, including ability to obtain, integrate and communicate HCP feedback
Participate in advisory boards and other company meetings
Attend key medical and scientific congresses and conferences (local, regional and national) as needed
Lead department-wide projects and participate in cross-functional activities that serve strategic initiatives
Provide strategic insights by maintaining expertise in the therapeutic area and related fields to effectively communicate scientific insights and support strategic objectives
Monitor the competitive environment for advances and trends in the therapeutic area, including new treatment management and therapies, competitive products and provide feedback to internal stakeholders on specific initiatives of competitors
Serves as peer leader to mentor and coach new or junior MSLs, supporting onboarding, training, and field excellence