Medical Science Liaison

Blue Earth Diagnostics, Inc. (U.S.); United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Earth Diagnostics, Inc. is seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to represent BED and its radiopharmaceutical products. You will develop peer-to-peer relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and healthcare professionals focused on prostate cancer in major US cancer centers.

The role emphasizes education on radiopharmaceuticals, disease states, and expanding research opportunities. Reporting to the Associate Director of Medical Affairs, the MSL will manage a West region territory (CA, NV,

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of industry MSL experience required.
• 2+ years clinical experience in Oncology/Urology/Nuclear Medicine/Imaging preferred.
• Knowledge of FDA requirements and PhRMA Code.
• Ability to work in cross-functional networks.
• Demonstrated project management ability.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 70% (≈10–12 overnights per month).

Responsibilities

• Maintains a Territory Strategy plan and develops KOL engagement.
• Builds relationships with local/regional/national Urology, Oncology, Nuclear Medicine KOLs, and cancer centers of excellence.
• Serves as a key clinical/scientific resource to specialists/KOLs/cancer centers in assigned geography.
• Maintains scientific and clinical expertise and current certifications.
• Supports Investigator Initiated Studies (IISs) and other research initiatives.
• Identifies opportunities to partner with KOLs and principal investigators on education/publication and trials.
• Provides medical education initiatives such as speaker development and advisory boards.

Skills

MSL experience

Clinical Oncology

FDA knowledge

Cross-functional work

Project management

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Relationship building

Matrixed organizations

Education

Advanced clinical degree

Job description

Blue Earth Diagnostics is an established molecular imaging company focused on providing innovative, well-differentiated diagnostics solutions, informing patient management, and driving future therapies in cancer. Formed in 2014, Blue Earth Diagnostics' success is driven by our management expertise and agility, supported by our demonstrated track record of rapid development and commercialization of PET radiopharmaceuticals. Blue Earth Diagnostics' clinical focus is exclusively in cancer. Blue Earth Diagnostics is a subsidiary of Bracco Imaging S.p.A., a global leader in diagnostic imaging.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Associate Director of Medical Affairs, The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) will represent Blue Earth Diagnostics Inc. (BED) and its products. The MSL will develop and maintain long-term, peer-to-peer relationships with critical stakeholders including Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and other health care professionals specializing in prostate cancer in key cancer centers in the US. The MSL will address the identified needs of key stakeholders by providing relevant and compliant medical and scientific support in an effort to ensure appropriate education regarding radiopharmaceuticals, and disease states. Additionally, the MSL will foster local and/or national research and educational opportunities as an extension of BED's Medical Affairs resources when appropriate.

This position will focus on the territory encompassing the West region which includes the following states: CA, NV, AZ, AK and HI. Candidates located in this region and familiar with this territory are highly preferred.

Main Responsibilities, Activities, Duties and Tasks

Maintains a Territory Strategy plan and develops KOL engagement:

• Be knowledgeable in Brand and USMA annual plan
• Establish a quarterly BED USMA regional scientific network plan for of tactical contribution to the Brand and USMA plans.
• Build and strengthen professional relationships with local/regional/national Urology, Oncology, Nuclear Medicine KOLs, and cancer centers of excellence.
• Identify and develop advisors, speakers and disease state experts
• Serve as a key clinical/scientific resource to these specialists/KOLs/cancer centers within assigned geography.

Maintains scientific and clinical expertise:

• Maintain thorough knowledge of disease state, clinical information, and product data within the therapeutic area.
• Attend national congresses and meetings and, as requested, provide medical and scientific booth support.
• Professionally represent the company at trade show and conferences, in compliance with industry regulations.
• Maintain thorough and up-to-date knowledge of imaging techniques, clinical information, and product data within the diagnostic and radiopharmaceutical arena.
• Maintain current clinical and professional certifications.

Drive scientific exchange, internally and externally, and executes research Initiatives:

• Develop strategies and tactics to effectively communicate complex scientific information.
• Ascertain critical competitive intelligence through one-on-ones, group presentations and attendance at medical meetings and appropriately communicate information back to BED's senior management.
• Support Clinical/R&D in the facilitation of Investigator Initiated Studies (IISs) and other research initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to partner with KOLs and principal investigators on disease state education/publication and specific clinical trial initiatives.
• Support medical education initiatives such as speaker development, advisory board support and serve as a resource to review materials for medical accuracy.

Supports operations/policy and internal partners:

• Provide technical support and training to field commercial and account teams.
• To maintain working knowledge of the company’s products, providing guidance and information on products and their use.
• Appropriately Work with cross-functional teams as agreed upon with your manager to support brand objectives
• Adhere to and manage travel and local expenses to meet BED policy while being compliant with all company policy.
• Other duties as determined by business needs.

Education:

• Advanced clinical/science degree: MD, PA, NP, PharmD, PhD, RN or NMT preferred

Professional Experience, Knowledge & Technical Skills:

• 1-2+ years of industry MSL experience is required
• 2+ years clinical experience within Oncology/Urology/Nuclear Medicine/Imaging preferred
• Knowledge of FDA requirements and PhRMA Code
• Ability to integrate and work in cross functional network
• Demonstrated project management ability
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel up to 70% (approx.10-12 overnights per month)
• Valid driver's license
• Excellent oral & written communication skills. Ability to influence and build relationships/earn credibility quickly across broad global constituencies with competing priorities.
• Strong coaching, facilitation, and organizational skills; team player. Experience and skills with cross-functional and highly matrixed organizations.

Why Blue Earth Diagnostics?

We are seeking motivated individuals with drive and determination to succeed in an innovative and respectful team environment. Our employees are empowered to achieve great things and thrive in our exceptionally co-operative culture. As a young and dynamic company experiencing rapid growth, Blue Earth Diagnostics prides itself on providing a clear focus and incentives to achieve our business-critical objectives. We aim to have fun and celebrate each milestone along the way.

If you are seeking a job where you have a clear impact on business success, are working with talented and collaborative colleagues daily, and are doing something great for human healthcare, then this job is for you.

Blue Earth Diagnostics offers a highly competitive salary for high-caliber candidates. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including a complete healthcare plan, 401k with matching, work/life harmony, and generous paid holidays.

Blue Earth Diagnostics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin or any other characteristic protected by law.