Senior Medical Science Liaison, Nephrology - Southern California, Hawaii

About the role

The Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) plays a crucial role in Otsuka America Pharmaceutical's ecosystem-based customer engagement model. This model focuses on delivering better patient, caregiver, and healthcare provider experiences through a localized approach that enhances care coordination and supports the broader ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of the ecosystem strategic business plan and identify key stakeholders essential to the ecosystem.
• Provide clinical, scientific, and health economic information related to nephrology and immunology disease states, ensuring the appropriate utilization of approved Otsuka products.
• Engage with Key Influencers (KIs), Local Practice Leaders (LPLs), healthcare providers, and patient advocacy groups to improve patient outcomes and align with Otsuka's objectives.
• Collaborate with ecosystem partners to customize region-specific business strategies and fulfill medical and educational requirements for customers.
• Engage with stakeholders at the local level who have influence across the region, build and leverage external relationships, and maintain a deep understanding of the ecosystem.
• Lead special projects as requested, participate in clinical trials, and support other areas of the organization including Safety & Pharmacovigilance, Sales Training, and medical education.

Qualifications

• MD/DO, PharmD, or PhD in life sciences required.
• Previous training or experience as an MSL supporting Nephrology programs or in other medical affairs roles in the pharma/biotech industry preferred.
• Deep understanding of the interconnectivity of health systems, overall delivery of patient care, and experience working with healthcare professionals and decision makers.
• Minimum 5+ years' relevant experience in pharmaceutical industry Medical Affairs.
• Outstanding business acumen; knowledge of the industry, Otsuka's business model, value proposition, key competitors, and marketplace dynamics.
• Able to identify solutions with the overall goal of improved patient outcomes.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; professional maturity, confidence, and competence.
• Strong conflict resolution skills; proven ability to achieve conflict resolution effectively and quickly with affected parties.
• Ability to lead others and project teams strategically; strong understanding of industry legal, regulatory, and compliance landscape.
• Knowledgeable about transforming environments and able to work in an ambiguous environment.