Senior Regional Director, Medical Science Liaison (MSL) (Oncology)

Exelixis•Tampa, FL

About The Position

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE: The Senior Regional Director, MSLs is a manager-leader within the Medical Affairs department. Direct and indirect responsibilities include solid tumor oncology HCP engagement, investigator initiated studies, support of company sponsored trials, scientific congress support, development of MSL plans, and management of a regional MSL team as assigned. Essential Duties And Responsibilities: Responsible for providing direction, guidance, and support to a team of MSLs in an assigned region (6-8 MSL reports) Responsible for direct territory responsibilities in situations when no MSL coverage available Assessment, recognition, and improvement of MSL performance at the individual and group level Ensure the successful execution of MSL strategic, operational, and tactical plans Keep the executive director of MSLs informed about key information in a timely manner Represent Exelixis Medical Affairs as managers in the field Represent Medical Affairs management as a cross-functional partner within the company Serve as a positive role model and actively support the professional development of reports With guidance from the executive director of MSLs, regional directors are expected to lead high visibility Medical Affairs projects and be accountable for the outcomes Foster teamwork and continuity across the entire MSL organization Engage key national and regional thought leaders and healthcare professionals In an accurate, fair and balanced manner, exchange scientific information with external parties Report field intelligence to Exelixis including competitive information, perspectives about compounds, and the treatment landscape Represent Exelixis management at medical conferences and provide session summaries Within guidelines, provide cross-functional support across the company by being a scientific resource Develop and maintain a level of knowledge about pertinent studies, compounds, and diseases that would facilitate collegiate and scientific discussions with leading oncology thought leaders Consistently demonstrate a high standard of excellence and require the same from reports Ability to support the achievement of individual, functional, and departmental goals while executing all duties in an honest and compliant manner

Requirements

Master's level oncology PA or NP degree with active commitment towards completion of doctorate degree preferred and a minimum of 13 years of related experience; or,
Accredited doctorate degree in a basic-science or life-science discipline (Pharm.D., Ph.D., D.Sc., D.N.P., or D.O.) and a minimum of 12 years of related experience; or,
Equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of 6 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry preferred
Oncology MSL management experience preferred
A minimum of 8 years as an MSL in therapeutic oncology preferred
Prior experience as a people-manager of similarly credentialed and skilled reports.
If no prior MSL management experience, mentorship from a prior manager in preparation for a management position.
Ability to manage multiple projects in an efficient and effective manner
Completion of leadership training coursework
Ability to take and follow directions, accept guidance, and adjust quickly to changes
Ability to communicate and engage small and large groups in an engaging manner
Ability to efficiently manage time and priorities
Ability to demonstrate leadership while recognizing when input from others is needed
Ability to travel frequently (50% or more); including occasional weekends

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing direction, guidance, and support to a team of MSLs in an assigned region (6-8 MSL reports)
Responsible for direct territory responsibilities in situations when no MSL coverage available
Assessment, recognition, and improvement of MSL performance at the individual and group level
Ensure the successful execution of MSL strategic, operational, and tactical plans
Keep the executive director of MSLs informed about key information in a timely manner
Represent Exelixis Medical Affairs as managers in the field
Represent Medical Affairs management as a cross-functional partner within the company
Serve as a positive role model and actively support the professional development of reports
With guidance from the executive director of MSLs, regional directors are expected to lead high visibility Medical Affairs projects and be accountable for the outcomes
Foster teamwork and continuity across the entire MSL organization
Engage key national and regional thought leaders and healthcare professionals
In an accurate, fair and balanced manner, exchange scientific information with external parties
Report field intelligence to Exelixis including competitive information, perspectives about compounds, and the treatment landscape
Represent Exelixis management at medical conferences and provide session summaries
Within guidelines, provide cross-functional support across the company by being a scientific resource
Develop and maintain a level of knowledge about pertinent studies, compounds, and diseases that would facilitate collegiate and scientific discussions with leading oncology thought leaders
Consistently demonstrate a high standard of excellence and require the same from reports
Ability to support the achievement of individual, functional, and departmental goals while executing all duties in an honest and compliant manner

Benefits

comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan.
Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.

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