Medical Science Liaison - Medical Nutrition (Great Lakes) Medical Science Liaison - Medical Nutrition (Great Lakes)

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA • Kentwood, MI

7d • $160,000 - $195,000

About The Position

Field based execution of the global and local medical strategy for fecal microbiota spores (live-brk) to meet NHSc Medical objectives. Develop and reinforce Nestle's credibility as science leaders to win the trust of our stakeholders through the initiation and execution of high level scientific and clinical activities, gathering insights to inform the business and providing scientific expertise to stakeholders and the cross functional commercial partners. The successful candidate must reside in territory, this role will cover: MI, IN, KY, OH, PA.

Requirements

• Doctoral Degree: Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), or Nurse Practitioner with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD in a relevant field (e.g., gastroenterology, gut microbiome, infectious disease).
• 5+ years of experience in direct patient care, clinical research, in therapeutic related area (gut microbiome, primary care, long term care, gastroenterology, or infectious disease)
• Pharmaceutical or Health Care Industry experience is preferred.
• Established relationships within medical and scientific communities, recognized for credible expertise in gut microbiome, gastroenterology, or infectious disease.
• Willingness and ability to travel 60-70% of the time to meet with stakeholders and attend relevant events.
• A valid driver’s license and a safe driving record are required to facilitate travel.

Nice To Haves

• Previous involvement in academic or research settings is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a matrixed organizational structure, facilitating collaboration across various functions and teams.
• Comprehensive understanding of the healthcare landscape, including trends, regulations, and stakeholder dynamics (Gastroenterology, Infectious Disease, Microbiome, Health Care Systems).
• Exceptional ability to communicate at all organizational levels, including Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) and payer decision-makers.
• Strong interpersonal skills with proficiency in written and verbal communication, enabling effective dialogue with diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to deliver compelling presentations and educational sessions, effectively conveying complex clinical and non-clinical information.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously while fostering teamwork and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• External Stakeholder Collaboration:• Identify, engage, and grow relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and influential healthcare professionals (HCPs) • Develop and implement a KOL engagement plan aligned with medical affairs objectives, encompassing overall business strategic imperatives• Collect and communicate field insights to inform strategic business decisions.
• Medical and Scientific Information and Communication:• Provide timely and compliant responses to medical and scientific inquiries from external customers, HCPs, and internal stakeholders.• Deliver accurate, unbiased, balanced, and non-misleading scientific information tailored to various audiences.
• Clinical Trial Support:• Identify potential clinical trial investigators and sites and facilitate their engagement in clinical research activities.• Provide scientific support to clinical teams during the execution of clinical trials.
• Compliance and Ethical Standards:• Ensure all activities comply with relevant regulatory requirements, company policies, and ethical standards.• Maintain thorough documentation of interactions with healthcare professionals and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.
• Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.
• Learn more at  About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees