West Coast based MSL
Helsinn Therapeutics (U.S.), Inc.
Summary
The Medical Science Liaison is a West Coast field-based scientific partner to healthcare practitioners (HCPs) and researchers. Executes key Helsinn medical strategies and engages in peer-to-peer scientific exchange to positively impact HCP knowledge in specific therapeutic areas across the product lifecycle.
Job description
Main Responsibilities
- Identify, develop, and maintain peer-to-peer relationships with thought leaders, healthcare practitioners and researchers
- Engage in scientific dialogue with clinically relevant content
- Provide effective clinical presentations and tailor approved presentations to meet specific audience needs
- Provide on-label and reactive scientific information upon request for medical inquiries and support pharmacovigilance
- Assess feasibility of investigator research concepts and serve as primary point of contact for investigator-initiated studies from inception to publication
- Identify appropriate sites for company sponsored research and provide support for Investigators and site research staff
- Assist in the planning and execution of advisory boards and other programs
- Research, edit and write scientific communication and administrative reports
- Attend and collect key medical insights at relevant local, regional, national, and international congresses
- Serve as a scientific resource and educator to internal stakeholders
- Develop, implement and manage territory plans for tactical execution of Medical and Scientific Affairs strategy
- Develop and maintain an in-depth scientific knowledge of disease states and products in Helsinn areas of focus
- Effectively partner and participate in cross-functional projects, initiatives, meetings, and workstreams with internal stakeholders
- Maintain integrity and full compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations, industry guidelines and company SOPs
- Identify disease state and product speakers for promotional programs and provide training
Work Experience Requirements
- A minimum of 5 years in an MSL role or relevant clinical and/or scientific practice setting is required; consideration will be made with comparable experience in research and/or pharmaceutical experience
- Industry, clinical and/or research expertise in dermatology therapeutics and/or oncology is preferred
- Proven ability to develop strong relationships with HCPs or researchers
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to understand and respond to multiple external and internal customer demands and critical thinking skills to navigate difficult situations
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Expertise in interpretation and application of published medical and technical scientific literature
- Flexible to new opportunities and adaptable to organizational change
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Working knowledge of U.S. legal, regulatory, and compliance regulations and guidelines relevant to pharmaceutical industry interactions with healthcare professionals
- 60% domestic travel required with overnights and some weekends, including occasional international travel
- Ability to use a variety of digital technology platforms and devices to either conduct, present, document or attend meetings
- Must complete initial training and successfully pass all assessments within 90 days of hire
Education Requirements
Doctorate or professional/advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, Physician Assistant, Doctor of Nursing Practice) in health sciences is required. Clinical experience in dermatology or oncology preferred.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years in an MSL role or relevant clinical and/or scientific practice setting
- Doctorate or professional/advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, Physician Assistant, Doctor of Nursing Practice) in health sciences
- Proven ability to develop strong relationships with HCPs or researchers
- Excellent interpersonal skills and critical thinking skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Expertise in interpretation and application of published medical and technical scientific literature
- Working knowledge of U.S. legal, regulatory, and compliance regulations relevant to pharmaceutical industry interactions with healthcare professionals
- 60% domestic travel required with overnights and some weekends, including occasional international travel
- Ability to use a variety of digital technology platforms and devices
- Must complete initial training and pass all assessments within 90 days of hire
Company overview
Helsinn Therapeutics (U.S.), Inc. is a specialty, fully integrated pharmaceutical company founded in 2009 and headquartered in Iselin, New Jersey. As the U.S. subsidiary of the global Helsinn Group, which has over 50 years of experience in healthcare, the company focuses on oncology supportive care, oncology therapeutics, and the emerging field of dermato-oncology. Helsinn Therapeutics operates with a dedicated direct sales force, market access team, and field medical team responsible for commercializing key products including Aloxi®, Akynzeo® (oral and i.v.), and Valchlor®. The company specializes in improving the quality of life for cancer patients through comprehensive supportive care solutions and participates in co-promotions for oncology therapeutics. With a lean organizational structure of 11-50 employees, Helsinn Therapeutics leverages the extensive expertise and global network of its parent company while maintaining a focused approach to addressing the unique needs of the U.S. patient population in cancer care and chronic disease management.