Medical Science Liaison

SUN PHARMA; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Medical Science Liaison to manage Medical Affairs in Germany, focusing on Ophthalmology. This role involves organizing advisory boards, engaging with Key Opinion Leaders, and providing scientific education about products. The ideal candidate will have significant industry experience and be fluent in English, possessing strong presentation and analytical skills.

Qualifikationen

• At least five years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Minimum of two years in Medical Affairs.
• Experience in Ophthalmology is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Map disease experts and gather KOL insights on the product.
• Organize local advisory boards and create local publications.
• Provide medical training materials and conduct training for colleagues.

Kenntnisse

Scientific knowledge

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Influencing skills

Customer relationship building

Training skills

Ausbildung

Academic degree in (bio)medical or scientific field

Training in pharmaceutical compliance

Jobbeschreibung

The MSL is responsible for Medical Affairs in Germany for a treatment in Ophthalmology during the post-launch phase, with potential involvement in pre-launch activities for new products. The MSL collaborates closely with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in Germany and aligns with the Brand Strategy. Responsibilities include organizing advisory boards at the national level, delivering abstracts at local congresses, and contributing to publications and presentations in partnership with KOLs. The MSL serves as the medical expert on product content, providing scientific education to healthcare professionals (HCPs) and colleagues through presentations and training. Additionally, the MSL supplies medical content and briefs KOLs for congresses and works in close cooperation with Marketing & Sales to provide medical insights for marketing materials and projects, ensuring compliance with industry codes.

Major Tasks & Responsibilities (70% field):

1. Implement the Medical strategy plan at the country level:

• Map disease experts and gather KOL insights on the product
• Support national networks within the therapeutic area
• Coordinate with Market Access to ensure product inclusion in guidelines
• Organize local advisory boards (content, objectives, speakers, attendees, contracts)
• Create local publications and congress posters aligned with the product strategy
• Act as the first medical contact at congresses and symposia
• Provide medical input, including slide decks and briefing KOLs for presentations
• Handle medical information requests and presentations to HCPs within the brand strategy
• Manage Investigator-Initiated Trials (IIT): internal approval and contracting
• Approve contracts for external activities with HCPs
• Develop medical training materials and conduct training for commercial colleagues
• Provide medical and strategic input on marketing projects and materials
• Ensure compliance of all Medical and Marketing activities with pharmaceutical codes

Education & Qualifications:

• Academic degree in (bio)medical or scientific field
• Training in pharmaceutical compliance
• Skills in presentation and training
• At least five years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• Minimum of two years in Medical Affairs
• Operational experience in pre-launch and launch activities
• Experience in Ophthalmology is preferred

Technical Skills / Job Competencies:

• Fluent in English
• Strong scientific knowledge
• Effective influential skills for internal and external interactions
• Outgoing personality, enjoys field interactions
• Goal-oriented with strategic thinking
• Knowledge of Ophthalmology (preferred)
• Understanding of pharmaceutical industry codes
• Collaborative with Marketing and Sales teams
• Alignment with Brand strategy
• Excellent teaching and presentation skills
• Flexible and patient
• Creative mindset towards challenges

Accountability:

• Owns activities and actions, responsible and proactive
• Executes with agility, maintains core values
• Follows through on decisions and commitments
• Builds internal networks, communicates effectively
• Contributes proactively across departments
• Seeks help when needed
• Focuses on overall business value
• Works comfortably in a global, culturally sensitive environment

Customer Centricity:

• Understands and responds to stakeholder needs
• Builds long-term positive relationships
• Displays entrepreneurial mindset, identifies opportunities to stay ahead