Medical Science Liaison - Oncology

Carbon 60, Inc.; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Carbon 60 seeks an Oncology Medical Science Liaison (temporary, 12 months) to engage with UK KOLs and physicians, delivering scientific education and presenting data across the field.

The role requires an advanced degree in medicine/science/pharmacy, oncology knowledge, and the ability to work cross-functionally while adhering to ABPI regulations.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in medicine, science, or pharmacy.
• Experience in a field-facing role is desirable.
• Knowledge of oncology and regulatory codes (ABPI) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Interact with KOLs/thought leaders across the UK to discuss scientific knowledge needs.
• Provide quality scientific exchange and education to physicians and other HCPs.
• Support Med Managers with business and clinical strategy and tactical plan development.
• Maintain current knowledge of oncology treatment strategies and competitors.
• Deliver credible scientific presentations to physicians individually or in groups.
• Identify thought leaders for potential research collaborations and advisory roles.

Skills

Relationship building

Cross-functional collaboration

Scientific knowledge in oncology

Regulatory knowledge ABPI

Education

Advanced degree in Medicine/Science/Pharmacy

Job description

Medical Science Liaison - Oncology

• Job Type: Temporary
• Location/Territory: Midlands
• Duration: 12 months (initial)
• Rate (Inside IR35): Up to £31.30 per hour (PAYE)

Main Responsibilities

• Interact on behalf of the Medical Affairs team with KOLs/thought leaders across the UK concerning their needs for scientific knowledge in chosen therapeutic area
• Provide quality scientific exchange or education programmes on scientific matters to physicians and other relevant HCPs
• Assisting the Med Managers, Medical Advisors with business/clinical strategy and tactical plan development
• Maintaining business & medical knowledge of chosen therapeutic area, including current treatment strategies, current and pending competitors, plus new therapeutic developments
• Deliver credible presentations on scientific matters to physicians, individually or in groups (meetings, clinical sessions, etc.), where requested
• Identify thought leaders to engage in collaborative efforts such as potential research collaborations, or educational and advisory roles (Advisory Boards, Congresses, Symposia, etc.)

Skills/experience required

• Advanced Degree in Medicine, Science, Pharmacy or similar (MD, PhD advantageous but not essential)
• Prior experience in a field-facing role would be ideal but is not essential
• Prior knowledge and experience within Oncology would be advantageous
• Ability to build strong relationships with peers and operate well cross-functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements governing Medical Affairs incl. ABPI and other related Codes of Practice
• Possess a keen interest in developing and maintaining expert knowledge for assigned Disease area/product(s) and in medical research in general