Medical Science Liaison (Anti-Infectives) – Northeast
Azurity Pharmaceuticals is a privately held, specialty pharmaceutical company that focuses on innovative products that meet the needs of underserved patients. As an industry leader in providing unique, accessible, and high-quality medications, Azurity leverages its integrated capabilities and vast partner network to continually expand its broad commercial product portfolio and robust late-stage pipeline. The company’s patient-centric products span the cardiovascular, neurology, endocrinology, gastro-intestinal, institutional, and orphan markets, and have benefited millions of patients.
About the role
Medical Affairs at Azurity Pharmaceuticals drives scientific and clinical initiatives with a portfolio of 40+ brands spanning 10 dosage forms and 9 therapeutic areas. The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) – Anti-Infectives is a US-based field position within the Medical Affairs Department, reporting to the MSL Lead – Anti Infectives. MSLs are the primary communicators of Azurity Pharmaceuticals within a specific geography with healthcare professionals and population-based decision makers. MSLs are the field scientific experts in anti-infectives and treatment options within this therapeutic area and will support strategic Medical Affairs initiatives, evidence-generation activities, and field readiness efforts associated with the continued growth of the anti-infectives portfolio.
Territory: Northeast Region (MA, RI, CT, NH, ME, VT, NJ, NY, DE). Seniority title to be determined based on candidate experience. Candidate must reside within the territory or within a 30-minute commute from the nearest territory border focusing on both community and academic sites.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary field-based scientific liaison and point of contact for Medical Affairs, engaging appropriately with national and regional thought leaders and healthcare professionals across academic and community settings.
- Identify, establish, and maintain scientific relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) within the assigned territory to support scientific exchange, clinical strategy, and educational initiatives.
- Exchange up-to-date scientific, clinical, and therapeutic information with external stakeholders in an accurate, fair, and balanced manner, enabling informed discussions on disease states, clinical data, compounds, and treatment landscapes.
- Collect, interpret, and communicate actionable field insights, including competitive intelligence, clinical trends, treatment patterns, and investigator perspectives, to internal stakeholders to inform strategy and decision-making.
- Provide scientific support for company-sponsored and investigator-initiated trials, including site identification, feasibility, initiation, patient accrual discussions, and ongoing communication with investigators and research staff.
- Support education related to adverse event (AE) management where appropriate. Respond to unsolicited requests for medical information associated with supported products and disease state area.
- Represent the company at scientific congresses, symposia, advisory boards, and investigator meetings, providing session summaries, gathering insights, and delivering recommendations to internal teams.
- Assist in the planning, execution, and facilitation of advisory boards, consultant meetings, and other scientific engagements, ensuring productive scientific dialogue and alignment with Medical Affairs objectives.
- Deliver high-quality scientific presentations and educational sessions, both one-on-one and in group settings, for healthcare providers in academic and community environments.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners, including colleagues in Clinical Development, Operations, Commercial (within guidelines), and strategic alliance partners, serving as a scientific resource across the organization.
- Maintain deep therapeutic, clinical, and product knowledge, including disease states, emerging data, competitive products, and relevant scientific literature, to support credible and collegial scientific exchange.
- Support internal scientific training and assist in the development of field-based resources, training materials, and special projects that enhance Medical Affairs capabilities.
- Manage the assigned territory with a high level of organization, communication, judgment, and professionalism, contributing to the success of the broader MSL team and Medical Affairs organization.
- Apply all Medical Affairs SOPs, regulatory, legal, and compliance guidelines while executing field activities and scientific interactions.
- Demonstrate adaptability, focus, and composure in uncertain or fast-paced settings while operating with minimal direction.
- Travel: Up to 70% travel is required to attend medical conferences, engage with KOLs, and support field-based activities within the US.
Requirements
- Advanced terminal degree (PharmD, MD, DO, DNP) or other advanced medical degree (NP, PA, RN etc.) is required.
- Additional certifications, such as FACS, BCIDP, AGACNP-BC, and in Surgical Critical Care, Trauma Surgery, Infection Prevention, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Hospital Medicine, or Wound Care are highly desirable.
- 2-3 years relevant work experience (clinical, fellowship, or research experience) and/or related pharmaceutical industry work experience is required.
- Thorough knowledge or experience in Surgery (Abdominal, Trauma or Colorectal), Critical Care, Wound Care, Infectious Disease or Hospital-based care.
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for excellence.
- Demonstrated ability to present effective and influential oral presentations.
- Self-motivated with strategic thinking and strong geographical management skills.
- Deep scientific expertise – stays abreast of data, treatment trends, and new information in the profession and ability to articulate therapeutic knowledge and translate expert feedback into appropriate insights.
- Adept at developing relationships and building networks.
- Ability to work effectively in a time-sensitive environment and independently.
- Excellent organization skills and decision-making abilities. Skillfully plans, prioritizes, and executes multiple responsibilities and projects.
- Knowledge of relevant healthcare systems, the evolving medical landscape, regulatory and payer environment, public health and industry trends.
- Proficiency in digital tools.
- Travel frequently up to 70%, including occasional weekends. Ability to fly or drive to various meetings.
Physical & Mental Requirements
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; talk and/or hear.
- May occasionally climb stairs and/or ride elevators.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Employee must be able to manipulate keyboard, operate a telephone and hand-held devices.
- Other miscellaneous job duties as required.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package, including an annual bonus based on company performance.
- Sales roles: Incentive compensation program that allows earning more, even over plan.
- Sales roles: Car reimbursement program and gas card for both business and personal use.
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, and prescription.
- Hybrid work model: two days from home and three days in the office (excludes Sales, Manufacturing, and some Operations positions).
- Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 5%.
- Up to 15 vacation days annually + rollover (up to 40 hours) and five sick/wellness days. Vacation accrual prorated based on start date for new employees.
- Extra week off between Christmas and New Year’s.
- 13 recognized holidays over the course of the year.
- Tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level courses or certifications.
- Peer recognition platform (Azurity High Five) to celebrate and receive recognition for outstanding work.