Medical Science Liaison (Western US)

About the role

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) plays an important role in Medical Affairs at Bausch + Lomb, being part of a small and exclusive field-based team of medical science experts who interact with regional and national key opinion leaders (KOLs) and local customers. The MSL will be accountable for briefing customers and sales staff on properties, virtues, limitations, and creative uses of company products as well as providing scientific insights back to the Medical Affairs internal team.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain solid and credible relationships with the medical community on Bausch + Lomb’s behalf.
• Provide KOL insights and observations to the medical affairs organization on a timely basis.
• Help to ensure that KOL speakers are trained and have access to Bausch + Lomb data and approved content.
• Participate in coordinating and conducting peer-to-peer interactions and medical presentations.
• Be well versed in the current therapeutic areas in which Bausch + Lomb specializes.
• Where possible, develop relationships with local thought leaders (physicians, pharmacists and nurses) whose opinions and treatment regimens influence the practice of their colleagues.
• Identify unsolicited requests for investigator-initiated research.
• Where appropriate, provide overall medical / scientific support through the dissemination of on-label educational, scientific, and clinical information on diseases and treatments.
• Where appropriate, respond to unsolicited off-label requests for information.
• Relay Medical Information requests through appropriate channels.
• When appropriate, represent Bausch + Lomb at continuing educational events / programs, medical meetings and conventions.
• Follow all applicable policies and procedures related to MSLs, including the following Bausch + Lomb policies listed below:
• U.S. Policy on Medical Science Liaisons
• U.S. Policy on Professional Information Requests
• U.S. Policy on Use of Off-Label Reprints
• U.S. Policy on Product Promotion
• U.S. Policy on Clinical Trials
• U.S. Policy on Fee-For-Service Arrangements with U.S. Healthcare Professionals or Related Institutions and Organizations
• S.O.P. on the Submission, Approval and Administration of Fee-For-Service Arrangements

Requirements

• A minimum of a doctorate level degree (e.g. PhD, PharmD, OD, or MD).
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Medical Science Liaison in Eye Care OR 2 years of clinical experience in optometry/eye care.
• Established relationships with regional KOLs or key customers (e.g. universities, managed care, government) highly desired.
• Compliant with all relevant policies and procedures.
• A highly motivated self-starter with a positive attitude, possessing the initiative required to achieve desired goals both independently and within a team structure.
• Demonstrated expertise in drug information communication.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to MSLs.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Strong administrative management skills.
• A team-oriented individual with the ability to work effectively with others.
• A demonstrated understanding of product and technical knowledge in eye care.
• A valid driver’s license in good standing.

Qualifications

• Home office, up to 75% travel required, significant vehicle travel within a designated territory.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Excellent Benefits Including Medical, Dental, Eye Health, Disability and Life Insurance
• 401K Plan with company match and ongoing company contribution
• Paid time off – vacation (3 weeks - prorated upon hire), floating holidays and sick time
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with company match
• Employee Incentive Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement (select degrees)
• Ongoing performance feedback and annual compensation review

Pay

$140,000.00 - $210,000.00

Schedule

Home office, up to 75% travel required, significant vehicle travel within a designated territory.