Surgical Science Liaison

About the role

The Surgical Science Liaison serves as the bridge between our organization's scientific initiatives and key stakeholders. This role provides executive-level scientific partnership to Principal Investigators (PIs) and research sites. This role translates complex scientific data between R&D, Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), Clinical Affairs, and Marketing to drive innovation and ensure scientific accuracy in all communications, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Lead study design discussions with Health Care Providers (HCPs) and Clinical Development team for Randomized-Controlled Trials (RCTs) and Investigator-Initiated Studies (IISs)
• Manage manuscript writing process and submission process, contribute to the writing process and support medical professionals involved in the writing process
• Facilitate site training for RCTs and IISs, provide overall study design support
• Develop and maintain relationships with HCPs and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to gather scientific insights for Clinical Development studies and key strategic initiatives
• Identify and evaluate research ideas from the field, conducting preliminary analysis before presenting to clinical development teams
• Translate complex research findings into accessible training materials for medical affairs and sales teams
• Partner with Marketing to ensure scientific accuracy and integrity in core messaging
• Synthesize scientific data to support development of educational content and materials
• Stay current with scientific developments in relevant therapeutic areas
• Represent the company at scientific conferences and professional meetings
• Facilitate scientific exchange between external experts and internal teams
• Provide scientific expertise to cross-functional teams when needed
• Work cross-functionally between R&D, Clinical Development, Medical Education & Marketing departments
• Anticipate travel: 50%

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific degree in relevant scientific field (e.g., life sciences, biochemistry, pharmacology, or related discipline) from an accredited college or university
• Knowledge of surgical anatomy, and surgical procedures with tissue-based medical devices
• Strong understanding of scientific research methodologies and clinical development processes
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Talent for translating complex scientific concepts for diverse audiences
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with researchers and healthcare professionals
• Willingness and ability to write, review, edit and guide publications to demonstrate the scientific product benefits
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and to utilize that to write compelling scientific publications
• Ability to boil down key publication takeaways into key talking points for sales and Medical Affairs team

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. in relevant scientific field (e.g., life sciences, biochemistry, pharmacology, or related discipline) from an accredited college or university
• 2+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry
• Experience working with physicians, Key Opinion Leaders and other medical professionals within the relevant field
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and design experience for research studies

Benefits

Base Salary Range: $103,000 - $150,000

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

Full-time remote role with dedicated time in either our Arlington, VA or Minneapolis, MN office

Company Information

Kerecis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.