Medical Science Liaison KSA (Dermatology)

Galderma Pharma S.A; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Galderma Pharma S.A in Riyadh is seeking a medical affairs professional to advance science and standards of care for patients and providers. You will engage KOLs/KTLs, support local and global medical teams, and facilitate scientific projects in a strictly compliant, non-promotional manner.

You will plan advisory boards, educate the sales force, prepare credible slide kits, attend scientific meetings, and maintain deep therapeutic knowledge to enable safe, effective use of Galderma medicines in

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience of developing and presenting scientific/medical content to clinical peers and seniors
• Good communication and presentation skills (essential)
• Ability to interface effectively with multiple technical platforms
• Ability to work in a matrix, team-oriented environment
• Strong scientific knowledge for credible dissemination to KOLs/KTLs

Responsibilities

• Advance science and standards of care for patients and healthcare providers
• Engage KTLs/KOLs to support medical-scientific projects for local and global teams
• Interact with external experts across tiers to facilitate scientific dialogue in a compliant manner
• Plan and brief speakers for advisory boards, symposia, and educational events
• Deliver credible scientific materials and educate sales teams
• Attend scientific meetings and conferences and generate actionable insights
• Collaborate cross-functionally with medical affairs, marketing, and sales
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge in therapeutic areas and Galderma medicines
• Ensure regulatory and company policy compliance in all activities

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Meeting planning

Scientific dialogue

Education

Medical, Pharmacy or higher degree (MSc/PhD) in life sciences

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic goals: Advance Science and standards of care for patients and healthcare providers Enhance the scientific credibility of Galderma with established and emerging national and regional key thought / opinion leaders (KTLs/KOLs) Act as the point of contact with KTLs/KOLs to facilitate medical-scientific projects and requests (e.g. clinical studies, NIS, IITs) for support to the local and global medical teams as appropriate Identify, develop and maintain contact with local, regional and national KTLs/KOLs and experts through internally approved field engagement plans Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with KTLs/KOLs and academic centers in the therapeutic area to ensure access to current medical and scientific information and to facilitate Galderma research and educational priorities and strategic initiatives Information/Support: Ensure that KTLs/KOLs can access all the practical and clinically relevant information and solutions they need to use Galderma's products efficiently and safely Interact with, and support the needs of, Tier 1, 2 and 3 external experts Work to communicate information and facilitate dialogue about Gladerma's compound in development in a strictly scientific, non-promotional manner, and in full compliance with applicable national laws and regulations, guidelines, Galderma's policies and procedures and accepted standards of best practice Independent organization and implementation of advisory boards Plan, contact and brief speakers for scientific symposia Carry out and support sales force education and training courses Deliver credible scientific and medical Slide kits to physicians, healthcare providers and other stakeholders as needed Attend relevant scientific meetings and conferences Support scientific dialogue and collaborations in the areas of research, medical and scientific exchange, including facilitation of requests for scientific and medical information As appropriate and needed; produce, review, and update internally approved scientific presentations for assigned therapeutic areas Maintain a high level of scientific knowledge to ensure credible dissemination of scientific information and informed scientific dialogue with KOLs/KTLs Gather and generate actionable insights through: Attending congresses, engaging with external stakeholders, staying updated in relevant scientific literature, preparing summaries, and presenting key perspectives to Galderma teams including competitor analyses Cooperation / Communication: Close interdepartmental cooperation with the medical office staff and relevant marketing & sales teams Support internal teams such as sales and marketing to develop their scientific expertise through the delivery of scientific update presentations Work collaboratively and cross-functionally with other in-field members while retaining functional independence Communicate and interact with the Global and International Medical Affairs teams Serve as a point of contact within the Medical Affairs Team for KTLs/KOLs within KSA in order to satisfy their needs for scientific knowledge in a therapeutic area and, when requested, relevant Galderma medicines, to support their safe, effective and appropriate use Participate in the selection process to identify appropriately qualified thought leaders Galderma would wish to engage in collaborative efforts - such as potential research collaborations, or educational and advisory roles (Advisory Boards, Congresses, Symposia, etc.) while ensuring a high level of scientific or educational integrity in these collaborative efforts Internal Guidance / Legal Regulations: Ensure that all activities and interactions are conducted with due regard to all applicable local, global and national laws, regulations, guidelines, Galderma's policies and accepted standards of best practices Support Galderma research by identifying investigators, undertaking scientific exchange and providing feedback and insight to medical and clinical teams Respond to unsolicited requests for medical and scientific information Utilize modern technology platforms to maximize efficiency and effectiveness and limit travel requirements. Ensure the integrity of the scientific data used in promotional claims and materials, if requested Adhere to all company policies and procedures including but not limited to Code of Conduct, fleet, IT and confidentiality Other duties as assigned by management.

What We're Looking For:

Medical, Pharmacy or higher degree qualification (e.g. MSc, PhD) in a relevant life sciences field Dermatology/Aesthetics/Immunology-Biologics (desirable), Proven several years related medical and/or research and development experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical devices industry (desirable) Experience in liaising with medical professionals and opinion leaders Demonstrable experience of developing and presenting scientific/medical content at a variety of levels, including to practicing clinical peers and seniors (essential) Good communication and presentation skills (essential) Meeting planning and facilitation skills and Ability to interface effectively with a variety of technical platforms Ability to function in a team-oriented (matrix) environment Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and work efficiently in a constantly changing environment. Proficient with Ability to develop good relationships and credibility with medical professionals

Our people make a difference

At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do. Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

For more information go to www.galderma.com/careers