Medical Science Liaison Rhinology – New England
About The Position
The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a remote, field-facing scientific partner to external experts and healthcare stakeholders. The role conducts scientific exchanges to improve understanding of Sanofi products, executes stakeholder engagement plans, gathers insights to inform medical strategies and research, and stays current on therapeutic developments and evidence-generation opportunities. It also communicates patient and healthcare provider needs to internal stakeholders and maintains compliance with company, industry, legal, and regulatory requirements. The MSL builds peer relationships with key opinion leaders, payers, and healthcare professionals; shares scientific information within regulatory guidelines; responds to unsolicited medical information requests; and supports educational meetings, congress activities, and speaker training. The position works across Medical Affairs, Commercial Operations, Regulatory, and other teams while preserving boundaries between non-promotional medical activities and commercial operations. The role operates remotely with minimal supervision and requires travel as needed. The territory is described as New England and currently includes New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut, subject to change. Candidates must reside in the territory near a major airport.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in a technical, scientific, or medical field (MD, PhD, or PharmD preferred), or a relevant life science degree such as RN, MS, PA, or NP.
- At least 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, an MSL role, or relevant clinical practice; additional experience is an asset.
- Candidates with relevant immunology clinical experience in rhinology, otolaryngology, and/or allergy may be considered.
- Clear understanding of medical practice, clinical decision-making, and healthcare systems related to patient care.
- Ability to interpret scientific data and translate it to meet educational and research needs.
- Demonstrated ability to address educational and research needs by delivering current, evidence-based scientific data.
- Understanding of the design and execution of research studies.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Experience working on multidisciplinary teams and managing a significant volume of projects.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to pass a complete background check.
- Must reside within the territory near a major airport with flight availability to cover the territory and required travel.
Nice To Haves
- MSL experience is strongly preferred.
- Actively listens and states expert opinions confidently while respecting others' positions; demonstrates diplomacy while standing firm on a position.
- Uses effective, professional communication to build strong working relationships and adapts to different people and situations.
- Plans, prioritizes, and executes multiple responsibilities and projects effectively.
- Demonstrates leadership through example and accomplishments and steps forward to handle challenges within the scope of authority.
- Deep knowledge of local pharmaceutical regulations and codes of practice, particularly those applying to the non-promotional activities of the role.
- Maintains scientific expertise by staying current on data, treatment trends, and professional developments, and translates expert feedback into appropriate insights.
- Knowledge of relevant healthcare systems, the evolving medical landscape, regulatory and payer environments, public health, and industry trends.
- Proficiency in digital tools.
Responsibilities
- Conduct one-on-one and group scientific exchanges with key opinion leaders and healthcare stakeholders about products and disease management within regulatory guidelines.
- Identify, profile, and prioritize approximately 50 stakeholders using the Scientific Engagement Model; develop territory and individual engagement plans aligned with Medical Affairs strategy.
- Build long-term peer relationships with key opinion leaders, payers, and healthcare professionals through clinical knowledge and communication of the medical value of Sanofi products.
- Attend scientific congresses and symposia and organize educational meetings or advisory boards.
- Respond to unsolicited medical information requests about products and disease states, and support speaker training for continued scientific education.
- Gather feedback from stakeholder interactions, evaluate published studies, and report insights that inform medical strategies, messaging, and product development.
- Share scientific information and external insights with Medical Affairs, Commercial Operations, Regulatory, and other internal teams while complying with company and regulatory policies.
- Identify clinical trial sites, monitor disease epidemiology, support protocol development, and facilitate investigator-sponsored study submissions through approved processes.
- Understand healthcare policies, guidelines, and clinical practices at local, state, and national levels as they relate to the therapeutic area.
- Work remotely with minimal supervision, travel nationally or internationally as needed, and maintain regulatory boundaries between non-promotional medical activities and commercial operations.
Benefits
- Health and wellbeing benefits, including high-quality healthcare, prevention, and wellness programs.
- At least 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave.
- A rewards package that recognizes employee contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
