Sr. Medical Science Liaison

Neurocrine Biosciences•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Interacts with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare decision makers to communicate and advance the scientific platform for therapeutic areas that are aligned with the Neurocrine corporate strategy. Supports company sponsored and investigator-initiated research, delivers clinical and pharmaco-economic presentations to payers, trains faculty for the speaker’s bureau, supports scientific congresses and is a resource for medical and scientific inquires. May also represent the company at identified patient advocacy, professional society or other meetings. This territory covers Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Kentucky, the ideal candidate will live in the Chicago area, close to a major airport.

Requirements

PharmD or PhD in a health science field AND 4+ years of previous work experience in an equivalent field-based position is required, with 2+ years experience in the CNS therapeutic area preferred OR MD/DO Degree AND 2+ years of related experience
Anticipates business and industry issues; recommends relevant process / technical / service improvements
Demonstrates broad expertise or unique knowledge
Considered an expert within the company and may have external presence in area of expertise
Applies in-depth expertise in discipline and broad knowledge of other closely related areas to improve efficiency of team
Ability to work as part of and lead multiple teams
Good leadership, mentoring skills and abilities typically leads lower levels and/or indirect teams
Excellent computer skills
Excellent communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking skills
Sees broader picture and longer-term impact on division/company
Ability to meet multiple deadlines across a variety of projects/programs, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency
Excellent project management, strong project leadership skills
Must be motivated, self-disciplined and comfortable working in both team and individual contributor roles
Must be an excellent communicator and skilled diplomat in all venues, including the ability to effectively combine scientific knowledge and communication skills
Proficient at territory management and execution of scientific leader communication plans
Demonstrated ability to develop strong business relationships with healthcare professionals, key decision makers, and other external and internal collaborators is required
Proven ability to meet individual goals, enhance therapeutic knowledge and continuously improve knowledge, skills and abilities related to job expectations
Solid understanding of drug development and life-cycle management of a product is preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare compliance requirements and regulatory trends that directly and indirectly impact field medical

Responsibilities

Establish peer-to-peer and science-based relationships with KOLs and healthcare decision makers
Deliver fair, balanced, and credible medical and scientific presentations.
Support company-sponsored and investigator-initiated research
Participate in conferences and meetings as a scientific expert on the Company’s behalf.
Train faculty on scientific content for the company’s speaker’s bureau
Serve as a scientific resource for KOLs and internal personnel
Obtain the insights of KOLs to help strategically guide the educational efforts of the organization in relevant therapeutic areas
Compile and interpret available data (i.e. congress presentations, KOL interactions, posters) to provide clinical insights for the emerging therapeutic landscape
Perform all responsibilities with the highest ethical standards, including FDA guidelines, healthcare compliance requirements/SOPs, and best practices for the pharmaceutical industry
Perform other related duties as assigned
Guide and mentor less experienced colleagues to provide an example of innovation and excellence
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

retirement savings plan (with company match)
paid vacation, holiday and personal days
paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans

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