Medical Science Liaison UK

Novocure Inc.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join their innovative team in the UK. This pivotal role focuses on enhancing awareness of Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) therapy among healthcare professionals and fostering strong relationships within the medical community. The ideal candidate will possess a high scientific degree and at least two years of experience in a similar role, particularly in Oncology. You will be instrumental in providing valuable scientific data, facilitating educational initiatives, and supporting ongoing research efforts. If you are a passionate self-starter with a strategic mindset, this opportunity could be your next career milestone.

Qualifications

• High scientific or medical degree required.
• At least 2 years of experience as an MSL or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Increase therapy awareness among HCPs in Neuro-Oncology.
• Manage territory and field-based activities effectively.
• Deliver scientific presentations to healthcare professionals.

Skills

Oncology expertise

Scientific communication

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Initiative

Education

PhD or Medical Doctor (GMC-registered)

Job description

Novocure is a global publicly-traded commercial-stage oncology company developing a profoundly different cancer treatment therapy called tumor treating fields (TTFields) for patients with solid tumors. TTFields therapy is a non-invasive, novel, antimitotic treatment modality which utilizes proprietary technology attempting to slow or reverse tumor progression by inducing tumor cell death. Novocure's commercialized product, Optune, is approved for the treatment of adult patients with glioblastoma (GBM) in the USA, Europe and Israel. Novocure has ongoing or completed clinical trials and is further expanding its efforts into several other solid tumor indications - non-small cell lung cancer, pancreatic cancer and other types of solid cancers.

To support our team in the UK we are looking for a Medical Science Liaison (MSL). The MSL is a field-based key position within the UK Novocure organization. The position will be responsible for developing relationships within the medical/scientific community, providing medical and/or scientific data about Novocure products and research to healthcare professionals and supporting the HCP to enable the care of patients with Tumour Treating Fields (TTFields) therapy.

Your responsibilities:

• Increases therapy awareness amongst HCPs in Neuro-Oncology and other therapy areas as required.
• Manages his/her territory and associated field-based activities.
• Performs activities related to Novocure’s marketed and research products including:
  • Healthcare provider education on Novocure products and disease awareness (Certification from new centers).
  • Facilitation of investigator-sponsored trials.
  • Providing HCP feedback and competitive intelligence to the company regarding the therapeutic area and Novocure products.
  • Attendance and coverage at assigned Medical Meetings, Organization of advisory boards, etc.
  • Facilitate advancement of the body of science regarding TTFields.
• Supports therapy with TTFields through medical communications, scientific support for promotional activities and other related medical activities including, but not limited to studies, training, and medical information.
• Develops, maintains and extends contacts with national experts and medical professionals in our Oncology field regarding brain tumours (Gliomas etc) and other tumours areas as required.
• Delivers scientific presentations to HCPs, decision makers etc.
• Ensures 100% compliance with all applicable Standard Operating Procedures, local and international rules and regulations.

Your profile:

• High scientific or medical degree, PhD or Medical Doctor (GMC-registered) is required.
• At least 2 years of experience as an MSL or in a very similar role in the UK.
• Experience in Oncology is a must.
• Deep knowledge and expertise of the NHS system in the UK is a must.
• Previous experience of working in medical devices or pharmaceutical/biotech industry is required.
• Demonstrated fluency in articulating scientific concepts and data.
• A strategic, passionate, self-starter who takes the initiative.
• Work well in large and small teams, ability to work remotely.
• Ability to travel 80-85% of time.
• Comfortable with occasional after-hours and weekends availability.
• HCPs focus-oriented: bring expertise and innovation and collaborate with HCPs.

We are looking forward to receiving your application to Natalia Munchow, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner through our ApplicantPortal. Please find more information about Novocure and our therapy on our website www.novocure.com or by consulting our patient testimonial videos.