Medical Science Liaison, Neuro-Oncology, Mid-Atlantic

Jazz Pharmaceuticals•New York, VA

27d•$160,000 - $240,000•Remote

About The Position

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for patients with serious diseases. The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based scientist who acts as an extension of the US Medical Affairs organization. MSLs build and maintain relationships with medical thought leaders, provide medical information through scientific exchange, and offer clinical/scientific support for Jazz Pharmaceuticals and the Medical Affairs department. This role covers Connecticut, New York City, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Washington DC, Virginia, West Virginia, and North Carolina. Jazz is open to considering candidates with Senior-level experience for this role.

Requirements

Required Experience in neuro-oncology
Ability to research and critically analyze and communicate complex scientific and medical information and data
Clear and concise communication and presentation skills
Excellent planning and organization skills, with high-level attention to detail and accuracy
Strong strategic mindset
Highly self-motivated and ability to work autonomously
Ability to learn quickly, be flexible and results-focused in a rapidly changing environment
Excellent negotiation skills
Demonstrated skills in inter-personal relationship building, networking, collaboration and teamwork
Strong capabilities working with digital platforms and tools
Excellent command of spoken English
Ability and willingness to travel at least 60% of workdays; driving required
Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD or equivalent) with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in neuro-oncology OR License (RN, NP, CNP, PA or equivalent) with a minimum of a Master’s Degree (or equivalent) and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in clinical practice
A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a MSL or comparable industry or clinical role is required
This is a field position, and applicants must be willing to travel 60-70% time
Valid driver’s license and live within 60 miles of a major airport

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Medical Science Liaison with a strong track record of success is strongly preferred
Knowledge of geography, healthcare environment and external experts in academia and medical community
Demonstrated ability to develop trust and relationships with opinion leaders in disease states of interest
Understanding of regulatory requirements for field-based personnel

Responsibilities

Identify and develop peer-to-peer relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare providers within the therapeutic area.
Develop and execute territory plans in alignment with US Medical Affairs plans.
Identify and communicate key clinical and research issues and insights from KOLs to appropriate departments.
Participate in medical education for healthcare professionals (HCPs) through on-site presentations, investigator meetings, national conferences, advisory boards, or regional meetings.
Provide scientific support for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the therapy area, Jazz products, research, therapeutic issues, trends, and the competitive landscape.
Attend scientific congresses to stay abreast of developments and support KOL activities and Jazz interests.
Acquire a broad understanding of local and national protocols, standards of clinical practice, and disease management trends in the US.
Provide clinical presentations and information in response to unsolicited questions in various settings.
Communicate emerging data and clinical experience with products through scientific exchange, discussing benefits and risks objectively.
Support data generation activities (company-sponsored studies, collaboration studies, ISTs).
Contribute to the development of the US Medical Plan and provide input into local strategies and tactics.
Manage relevant budgets to enable execution of Medical Plan tactics.
Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues to ensure a Key Account Management approach.
Interact with HCPs as a scientific resource to support activities aligned with the Medical Plan.
Maintain Company standards and Jazz Values.
Act as an ambassador for Jazz Pharmaceuticals, following company mission and values.
Keep own written development plan and implement.
Prepare timely reporting according to company needs.
Document and forward reports of adverse events and product complaints according to Jazz’s policy.
Adhere to relevant national and local Codes of Practice.
Behave ethically and with integrity at all times.