Medical Science Liaison, Oncology - West Region

Corcept Therapeutics•Redwood City, CA

13h•Remote

About The Position

The Oncology MSL role is an exciting opportunity to work at a well-established pharmaceutical company that is poised to have a first in class oncology product in a platform extending across multiple therapeutic areas. This role is a chance to join a high performing team that is well-respected in the cross-functional Oncology Business Unit. This will cover the West Territory. The MSL will represent Corcept to the highest ethical and professional standards and in accordance with guidelines, directions, and policies.

Requirements

Demonstrates strong scientific oncology acumen: therapeutic landscapes, NCCN guidelines, clinical trial data, oncology cooperative groups, NCI/NCCN cancer centers, etc.
Exemplifies the following core competencies: intellectual curiosity, managing change, teamwork and collaboration, communication, achieving results, decision-making, and clinical and scientific expertise
Demonstrates strong business acumen: has working knowledge of the multi-disciplinary functions involved in a company's drug development process, e.g., research, development, clinical operations, biostatistics, regulatory, commercial, etc.
Exhibits excellent project management skills: can prioritize multiple tasks and goals and ensure the timely, on-target, and within-budget accomplishment of projects
Identifies resources to accomplish priorities and works with the MA team to ensure resources are available
Understands change management and demonstrates adaptability in priorities, goals, and territory
Has proven effective interpersonal and communication skills
Provide feedback to the MA trainer and MA Senior Director to ensure an atmosphere of quality improvement and excellence
Demonstrates strong experience with PowerPoint, Word, and Excel; must be able to create and edit content with minimal assistance and an eye for accuracy and detail
Experienced with Veeva CRM (or other CRM) and Veeva Vault, as well as SharePoint and/or BOX is preferred
Must maintain a driving record in accordance with Corcept vehicle policy
PhD, advanced degree in medical science (MD, PharmD, MSN, PA, NP) required
1-3+ years MSL experience
2+ years in oncology
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

Engage in clinically meaningful scientific discussions with thought leaders in gynecological oncology and other malignancies to enhance their knowledge of Corcept and the role of cortisol modulation in oncology
Proactively communicate and educate health care professionals on disease states where cortisol modulation may play a role. Provide responsive support when appropriate requests are made.
Engage in scientific exchange on Corcept’s non-clinical and clinical trial data as well as the clinical development plan
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with thought leaders, patient advocacy organizations, and oncology associations (like GOG and ASCO as well as regional organizations) within the oncology community
Capture, analyze, and communicate insights and intelligence from the medical and scientific community in a compliant manner to help inform decisions by Corcept. Communications will clearly and effectively frame insights in a usable manner
Support company-sponsored clinical trials, investigator-initiated studies (IIS), scientific communications, publications, clinical and scientific education, advisory boards, and congresses
Maintain the highest standards of scientific, clinical, and technical expertise in relevant therapeutic area(s)
Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration within Medical Affairs (MA) as well as cross-functionally with Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Market Access, Marketing, Commercial, Data Analytics, etc.
Exchanges ideas and knowledge compliantly among Oncology functions
Travel required – approximately 50-60% of the time