Associate Director Medical Science Liaison - East

IQVIA; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 230,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking an Associate Director Medical Science Liaison to lead a regional MSL team inSolid Tumor Oncology.

This role directs MSL activities, oversees investigator-initiated and company-sponsored trials, and supports scientific congress work.The position requires advanced oncology credentials, extensive experience, and strong leadership to drive strategic execution and cross-functional collaboration within Medical Affairs.

Qualifications

• Master's level oncology PA or NP with commitment towards doctorate preferred and 13+ years related experience
• Doctorate in basic-science or life-science with 12+ years related experience
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Provide direction, guidance, and support to a team of MSLs in an assigned region
• Direct territory responsibilities when no MSL coverage is available
• Assess and improve MSL performance at individual and group levels
• Ensure execution of MSL strategic, operational, and tactical plans
• Report key information to the executive director of MSLs in a timely manner
• Represent Exelixis Medical Affairs as managers in the field
• Serve as cross-functional partner within the company
• Mentor and develop reports to grow as professionals
• Lead high-visibility Medical Affairs projects with accountability for outcomes
• Foster teamwork and continuity across the MSL organization
• Engage national and regional thought leaders and HCPs
• Exchange scientific information accurately and fairly with external parties
• Report field intelligence and competitive perspectives to Exelixis
• Represent management at medical conferences and provide session summaries
• Provide cross-functional support as a scientific resource
• Develop knowledge about studies, compounds, and diseases for discussions with leaders
• Demonstrate a high standard of excellence and guide reports accordingly
• Support achievement of goals with honesty and compliance

Skills

MSL management

Leadership

Oncology expertise

Team development

Communication

Education

Master's-level oncology PA/NP

Doctorate in life-science

Equivalent education+experience

Job description

#The Associate Director Medical Science Liaison is a manager-leader within the Medical Affairs department. Direct and indirect responsibilities include solid tumor oncology HCP engagement, investigator-initiated studies, support of company sponsored trials, scientific congress support, development of MSL plans, and management of a regional MSL team as assigned.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing direction, guidance, and support to a team of MSLs in an assigned region
• Responsible for direct territory responsibilities in situations when no MSL coverage available
• Assessment, recognition, and improvement of MSL performance at the individual and group level
• Ensure the successful execution of MSL strategic, operational, and tactical plans
• Keep the executive director of MSLs informed about key information in a timely manner
• Represent Exelixis Medical Affairs as managers in the field
• Represent Medical Affairs management as a cross-functional partner within the company
• Serve as a positive role model and actively support the professional development of reports
• With guidance from the executive director of MSLs, regional directors are expected to lead high visibility Medical Affairs projects and be accountable for the outcomes
• Foster teamwork and continuity across the entire MSL organization
• Engage key national and regional thought leaders and healthcare professionals
• In an accurate, fair and balanced manner, exchange scientific information with external parties
• Report field intelligence to Exelixis including competitive information, perspectives about compounds, and the treatment landscape
• Represent Exelixis management at medical conferences and provide session summaries
• Within guidelines, provide cross-functional support across the company by being a scientific resource
• Develop and maintain a level of knowledge about pertinent studies, compounds, and diseases that would facilitate collegiate and scientific discussions with leading oncology thought leaders
• Consistently demonstrate a high standard of excellence and require the same from reports
• Ability to support the achievement of individual, functional, and departmental goals while executing all duties in an honest and compliant manner

Education/Experience - Requirements

• Master's level oncology PA or NP degree with active commitment towards completion of doctorate degree preferred and a minimum of 13 years of related experience; or,
• Accredited doctorate degree in a basic-science or life-science discipline (Pharm.D., Ph.D., D.Sc., D.N.P., or D.O.) and a minimum of 12 years of related experience; or,
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Experience

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry.
• Oncology MSL management experience.
• A minimum of 8 years as an MSL in therapeutic oncology.
• Prior experience as a people-manager of similarly credentialed and skilled reports. If no prior MSL management experience, mentorship from a prior manager in preparation for a management position.

Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects in an efficient and effective manner
• Completion of leadership training coursework
• Ability to take and follow directions, accept guidance, and adjust quickly to changes
• Ability to communicate and engage small and large groups in an engaging manner
• Ability to efficiently manage time and priorities
• Ability to demonstrate leadership while recognizing when input from others is needed

Working Conditions

• Ability to travel frequently (50% or more); including occasional weekends

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

The potential base pay range for this role is $230-280K annually. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.