Medical Science Liaison - Epilepsy (Boston)

About the role

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a member of a field-based team of scientists who function as an extension of the US Medical Affairs organization. MSLs are responsible for developing and enhancing professional relationships with medical thought leaders involved in various phases of product development. MSLs provide medical information through scientific exchange, and clinical/scientific support for Jazz Pharmaceuticals and the Medical Affairs department.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop peer-to-peer relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare providers within the therapeutic area
• Develop and execute territory plans in alignment with US Medical Affairs plans
• Identify and communicate key clinical and research issues and insights from KOLs to appropriate departments
• Participate in medical education for healthcare professionals (HCPs) through on-site presentations at healthcare institutions, investigator meetings, national conferences, advisory boards, or regional meetings
• Provide scientific support for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives
• Positions self as Scientific Expert
• Maintains an up to date and high-level knowledge of the therapy area, Jazz products, new and emerging areas of research, therapeutic issues and trends, and competitive landscape
• Supports development of Jazz Pharmaceuticals positioning as the scientific authority in the therapeutic area
• Attends appropriate scientific congresses to stay abreast of developments and to support Regional, National and local KOL activities and Jazz interests
• Acquires a broad understanding of local and national protocols and standards of clinical practice and trends in disease management in the US
• Provides clinical presentations and information in response to unsolicited questions (as appropriate) in academic, community, and healthcare provider settings in both group and one-on-one situations
• Communicates emerging data and the clinical experience with our products through scientific exchange and peer-to-peer interactions discussing benefits and risks in an objective manner
• Provides support for data generation activities (company-sponsored studies, collaboration studies, ISTs)
• Provides scientific support for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives
• Medical Affairs Planning and Plan Execution
• Contributes to the development of the US Medical Plan and provides input into local strategies and tactics
• Where needed, manages relevant budget to enable execution of Medical Plan tactics as part of the wider Medical Affairs team
• Works in a collaborative manner with cross-functional colleagues to ensure a Key Account Management approach
• Interacts with HCPs as a scientific resource to support activities aligned with the Medical Plan including advisory boards, speaker development and clinical trials

Requirements

• Ability to research and critically analyze and communicate complex scientific and medical information and data
• Clear and concise communication and presentation skills
• Excellent planning and organization skills, with high-level attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong strategic mindset
• Highly self-motivated and ability to work autonomously
• Ability to learn quickly, be flexible and results-focused in a rapidly changing environment
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Demonstrated skills in inter-personal relationship building, networking, collaboration and teamwork
• Strong capabilities working with digital platforms and tools are required
• Excellent command of spoken English
• Ability and willingness to travel at least 60% of workdays. Driving required

Preferred

• Knowledge of geography, healthcare environment and external experts in academia and medical community
• Demonstrated ability to develop trust and relationships with opinion leaders in disease states of interest
• Understanding of regulatory requirements for field-based personnel
• Experience in oncology

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD or equivalent) with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the therapeutic are of interest
• Licenses (RN, NP, CNP, PA or equivalent) with a minimum of a Master’s Degree (or equivalent) and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in clinical practice
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a MSL or comparable industry or clinical role is required

Skills

• Ability to research and critically analyze and communicate complex scientific and medical information and data
• Clear and concise communication and presentation skills
• Excellent planning and organization skills, with high-level attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong strategic mindset
• Highly self-motivated and able to work autonomously
• Ability to learn quickly, be flexible and results-focused in a rapidly changing environment
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Demonstrated skills in inter-personal relationship building, networking, collaboration and teamwork
• Strong capabilities working with digital platforms and tools are required
• Excellent command of spoken English

Benefits

Jazz Pharmaceuticals offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation. For more information on our benefits offerings please click here: here.

Pay

The full and complete base pay range is: $160,000.00 - $240,000.00

Schedule

Frequent travel between meeting sites. Frequent computer laptop or tablet use, not usually at a workstation. Responsibilities may require a work schedule that may include working outside of “normal” work hours, in order to meet business demands. Frequent public contact requiring appropriate business apparel.