Medical Science Liaison Rare Disease/ Mid Altantic

About the role

UCB is looking for an experienced, science-driven and patient-focused Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to work with the Myasthenia Gravis Team to strengthen our neurological Rare Disease Organization’s (RDO) mission for the team in the Mid-Altantic Region, which includes South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, Eastern West Virginia and Washington DC.

Responsibilities

• Maintain deep therapeutic-area expertise by staying current on pre-clinical and clinical data, treatment options, emerging standards of care, and competitive landscape for myasthenia gravis and other neuromuscular disorders.
• Develop and manage trusted, peer-to-peer relationships with key stakeholders (e.g., KOLs, clinical investigators, medical groups/IDNs, patient advocacy groups) and execute tailored engagement plans to identify local needs and opportunities.
• Deliver balanced scientific exchange and clinical value propositions, including addressing medical information inquiries and providing effective, audience-tailored presentations to internal and external audiences.
• Generate and communicate meaningful medical insights from the field to inform medical strategy and tactics, including input for creation and updates of Standard Response Letters.
• Represent UCB as a scientific expert at local, regional, and national conferences where issues related to the diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular diseases are addressed.
• Identify and support research and educational collaboration opportunities, including feasibility assessment and primary liaison support for unsolicited Investigator-Initiated Studies (IIS) from inception through publication.
• Collaborate cross-functionally (e.g., Medical, RWE, access, and other partners) to enhance patient care, support access engagements with medical expertise as needed, and contribute to broader Medical Affairs projects.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Doctoral level degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, DO, or DNP); Nurse Practitioners with research and/or clinical expertise in a related field and advanced training/education may be considered. Up to 1 year of medical affairs experience in the biopharmaceutical industry. Must reside within the assigned territory. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 80% in the designated territory.
• Preferred Qualifications: Relevant therapeutic area experience in neurology, neuromuscular, and/or rare diseases. Bilingual: Spanish/English Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of the pharmaceutical industry. Ability to clearly articulate complex scientific concepts in 1:1 and group settings. Basic knowledge and understanding of health, economic principles and clinical trials. Experience in partnership with Global and local therapy area experts and external organizations Must be a strong team player and effectively interface with other internal departments including regional business units, marketing, sales, medical affairs, and clinical operations. Creative approach to problem solving and able to work effectively in a constantly changing environment. Strong interpersonal skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong time management and organizational skills with proficiency in Microsoft applications. Ability to work independently and manage a large territory with multiple stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Doctoral level degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, DO, or DNP); Nurse Practitioners with research and/or clinical expertise in a related field and advanced training/education may be considered. Up to 1 year of medical affairs experience in the biopharmaceutical industry. Must reside within the assigned territory. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 80% in the designated territory.
• Preferred Qualifications: Relevant therapeutic area experience in neurology, neuromuscular, and/or rare diseases. Bilingual: Spanish/English Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of the pharmaceutical industry. Ability to clearly articulate complex scientific concepts in 1:1 and group settings. Basic knowledge and understanding of health, economic principles and clinical trials. Experience in partnership with Global and local therapy area experts and external organizations Must be a strong team player and effectively interface with other internal departments including regional business units, marketing, sales, medical affairs, and clinical operations. Creative approach to problem solving and able to work effectively in a constantly changing environment. Strong interpersonal skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong time management and organizational skills with proficiency in Microsoft applications. Ability to work independently and manage a large territory with multiple stakeholders.

Pay

The reasonably anticipated base salary range for this position is $134,000.00 - $176,000.00 annually. The actual salary offered will take into account internal equity and may also vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors.

Schedule

This position is hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.