MSL / Sr MSL - Rheumatology - Southern California

Sobi•Los Angeles, CA

13h•$165,000 - $215,000•Remote

About The Position

The Medical Science Liaison serves as a highly trained, field-based scientific expert who engages with healthcare professionals to exchange clinical, scientific, and research knowledge. In line with regulatory and corporate guidelines, they will facilitate and build scientific relationships and collaborations with the medical/scientific community. This position interacts with local, regional, and national HCPs, societies, and organizations. The MSL position provides educational, scientific, and research support for Sobi's rare-disease product portfolio within the rheumatology franchise. This is a remote position that requires up to 65-70% of travel. The territory will include Southern California and Hawaii. The candidate will have to reside within the territory: preference for Los Angeles, CA.

Requirements

Accredited doctorate degree in a life-science or basic-science discipline (PharmD, PhD, MD/DO, DSc, DNP)
A minimum of 1 year of MSL experience is preferred
Experience in immunology and rare disease preferred
Ability to understand and effectively communicate scientific information; respond to inquiries and address the needs of key stakeholders
Demonstrated success managing internal/external stakeholders and leading or influencing cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment, including strong teamwork and collaboration
Proven track record of strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
Strong written and oral communication skills to shape and articulate a clear strategy/story
Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently
Ability to initiate and maintain relationships throughout the medical community
Demonstrated ability to build positive, constructive relationships with cross-functional team members
Demonstrated a high level of personal integrity, emotional intelligence, and flexibility
Understanding of the highly regulated bio-pharm industry, including the legal and regulatory environment

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 1 year of MSL experience
Experience in immunology and rare disease

Responsibilities

Appropriately interact with key thought leaders and healthcare professionals
In an accurate, fair, and balanced manner, exchange scientific information with external parties
Report field intelligence to Sobi, including competitive information, perspectives about compounds, disease state, and the treatment landscape
Provide support to the Sobi clinical development and operations teams through site recommendations, site initiation visits, facilitation of communication, and accrual support activities
Participate in and/or lead advisory board meetings at the local, regional, and national levels
Provide internal and external training about preclinical science, clinical data, and outcomes
Represent Sobi at medical conferences, engaging HCPs and providing scientific coverage
Within guidelines, provide cross-functional support across the company by serving as a scientific resource
Develop and maintain an advanced level of knowledge about pertinent studies, compounds, and diseases that would facilitate collegiate and scientific discussions with leading rheumatology & nephrology thought leaders
Consistently demonstrate a high standard of excellence in the management of assigned territory while also supporting and contributing to the success of colleagues and the MSL organization as a whole
This role requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
Function as the primary point of contact in the field for Sobi Medical Affairs - Rheumatology

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Generous time off policy
Opportunity to broaden your horizons by attending popular conferences
Emphasis on work/life balance
Collaborative and team-oriented environment
Making a positive impact to help ultra-rare disease patients who are in need of life saving treatments
Competitive 401(k) match
Tuition and wellness reimbursements
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision package
Additional recognition awards