Medical Science Liaison (Remote)
Company: Remote USA
Location: Fort Wayne
Posted on: October 18, 2024
Job Description:
If you are a Jazz employee please apply via the Internal Career
site
Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc (NASDAQ: JAZZ) is a global
biopharmaceutical company whose purpose is to innovate to transform
the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to
developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases
- often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse
portfolio of marketed medicines and novel product candidates, from
early- to late-stage development, in neuroscience and oncology.
Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland and has employees around
the globe, serving patients in nearly 75 countries. For more
information, please visit www.jazzpharmaceuticals.com and follow
@JazzPharma on Twitter.
Brief Description:
The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a member of a field-based team
of scientists who function as an extension of the US Medical
Affairs organization. MSLs are responsible for developing and
enhancing professional relationships with medical thought leaders
involved in various phases of product development. MSLs provide
medical information through scientific exchange, and
clinical/scientific support for Jazz Pharmaceuticals and the
Medical Affairs department.
This is a field-based position covering Minnesota, Nebraska, North
Dakota, South Dakota, and requires professionals with established
personal and scientific credibility to interact with thought
leaders and academic centers of excellence.
Essential Functions
KOL Development and Field Engagement:
- Identify and develop peer-to-peer relationships with key
opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare providers within the Oncology
therapeutic area
- Develop and execute territory plans in alignment with US
Medical Affairs plans
- Identify and communicate key clinical and research issues and
insights from KOLs to appropriate departments
- Participate in medical education for healthcare professionals
(HCPs) through on-site presentations at healthcare institutions,
investigator meetings, national conferences, advisory boards, or
regional meetings
Provide scientific support for additional activities such as
medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training
initiatives.
Positions self as Scientific Expert
- Maintains an up to date and high-level knowledge of the therapy
area, Jazz products, new and emerging areas of research,
therapeutic issues and trends, and competitive landscape.
- Establishes reputation as a trustworthy and knowledgeable
source of scientific and medical information for the healthcare
community.
- Supports development of Jazz Pharmaceuticals positioning as the
scientific authority in Oncology.
- Acquires a broad understanding of local and national protocols
and standards of clinical practice and trends in disease management
in the US.
- Provide clinical presentations and information in response to
unsolicited questions (as appropriate) in academic, community, and
healthcare provider settings in both group and one-on-one
situations.
- Communicates emerging data and the clinical experience with our
products through scientific exchange and peer-to-peer interactions
discussing benefits and risks in an objective manner.
Medical Affairs Planning and Plan Execution
- Contributes to the development of the US Medical Plan and
provides input into local strategies and tactics.
- Where needed, manages relevant budget to enable execution of
Medical Plan tactics as part of the wider Medical Affairs
team.
- Works in a collaborative manner with cross-functional
colleagues to ensure a Key Account Management approach.
- Interacts with HCPs as a scientific resource to support
activities aligned with the Medical Plan including advisory boards,
speaker development and clinical trials.
Responsible for maintaining Company standards and Jazz Values
- Consistently acts to enhance Jazz Pharmaceuticals' image as an
advocate of medical advancement by using knowledge of product,
disease state and pipeline products to engage healthcare providers
in meaningful scientific exchange of information.
- Document and forward reports of adverse events and product
complaints according to Jazz's policy to ensure safe and effective
use of Jazz Pharmaceuticals' products.
- Adheres to the relevant national and local Codes of
Practice.
- Behaves ethically and with integrity at all times.
- Acts as an ambassador for Jazz Pharmaceuticals following
company mission and values.
- Keeps own written development plan and implements.
- Prepares timely reporting according to the company needs.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Required
- Ability to research and critically analyze and communicate
complex scientific and medical information and data.
- Clear and concise communication and presentation
skills.
- Excellent planning and organization skills, with high-level
attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong strategic mindset.
- Highly self-motivated and ability to work
autonomously.
- Ability to learn quickly, be flexible and results-focused in a
rapidly changing environment.
- Excellent negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated skills in inter-personal relationship building,
networking, collaboration, and teamwork.
- Strong capabilities working with digital platforms and tools
are required.
- Excellent command of spoken English.
- Ability and willingness to travel at least 60% of workdays.
Driving required.
Preferred
- Knowledge of geography, healthcare environment and external
experts in academia and medical community.
- Demonstrated ability to develop trust and relationships with
opinion leaders in disease states of interest.
- Understanding of regulatory requirements for field-based
personnel.
Required/Preferred Education and Licenses
- Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD or equivalent) with a minimum
of 3 years' experience in hematology/oncology medicine.
- License (RN, NP, CNP, PA or equivalent) with a minimum of a
Master's Degree (or equivalent) and a minimum of 5 years'
experience in hematology/oncology medicine.
- A minimum of 2 years' experience as a MSL or comparable
industry or clinical role is required.
- Experience as a Medical Science Liaison with experience in
solid tumors and/or molecular diagnostics and a strong track record
of success is strongly preferred.
- This is a field position and applicants must be willing to
travel 60-70% time.
- Valid driver's license and live within 60 miles of a major
airport.
Description of Physical Demands
- Frequent travel between meeting sites.
- Frequently operating a computer, printer, telephone, and other
similar office machinery.
Description of Work Environment
- Frequent interactions with external contacts in their office
environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, fumes,
vibrations, and temperature changes.
- Frequent computer laptop or tablet use, not usually at a
workstation.
- Responsibilities may require a work schedule that may include
working outside of "normal" work hours, in order to meet business
demands.
- Frequent public contact requiring appropriate business
apparel.
Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or
any characteristic protected by law.
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