Medical Science Liaison, Hepatology

GSK; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharma company is seeking a Field Based Medical Science Liaison to engage with healthcare professionals regarding Hepatology. The role involves scientific exchange, training, and developing relationships with key stakeholders. Candidates should have a Pharm. D or equivalent, a background in pharmacology, and experience in medical engagement. The position requires frequent travel within the assigned territory.

Qualifications

• Two or more years' experience in pharmacology and pharmacotherapy in humans.
• Experience engaging with medical professionals and decision makers.
• Experience in developing scientific engagement goals.

Responsibilities

• Identify External Experts and key stakeholders in Hepatology.
• Respond to requests from healthcare professionals about GSK medicines.
• Disseminate safety information to healthcare professionals.
• Conduct training for GSK sales representatives.

Skills

Pharm. D or Ph. D, DNP, or MD

Pharmacology and pharmacotherapy knowledge

Experience in peer-to-peer Scientific Exchange

Presentation skills

Relationship building

Willingness to travel 50-75%

Education

Pharm. D or Ph. D, DNP, or MD

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Northeast Territory to be covered: CT, ME, MA NH, RI, Upstate NY. Qualified candidates must reside in one of these states to be considered.

Are you energized by leadership, education, and the development of partnerships with key External Experts and Professional Bodies? If so, this Field Based Medical Science Liaison role could be an ideal opportunity to explore.

As Field Based Medical Science Liaison (MSL), you will be responsible for execution of the external engagement strategy aligned to the Hepatology therapeutic portfolio, as well as implementation of the external engagement plan aligned to the Hepatology Therapy area strategies, driving a consistent approach to carrying out engagement activities in the field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with medical colleagues and other business partners to identify External Experts (Liver Specialists), professional groups, decision makers and other key stakeholders in the assigned therapy area of Hepatology and or geography
• Respond compliantly to unsolicited information requests from healthcare professionals and associated individuals regarding licensed or un-licensed GSK medicines and indications; ensure all medical information responses are factual, fair and balanced, scientifically rigorous and strictly comply with GSK standards and policies and with local codes of practice, guidelines and laws to ensure the strictest requirements are met
• Disseminate important safety information to the healthcare profession as directed by the Medical Affairs or Research and Development teams or the Dear Healthcare Provider Letter (DHPL) process. Conduct scientific exchange for a GSK Hepatology medicine that is on label or consistent with the label to inform and educate HCPs on the appropriate use of our medicines in patients. Deliver scientific / pipeline presentations to formulary committees and HCPs per documented unsolicited request
• Maintain expertise in the evolving scientific / therapeutic area of Hepatology and in competitor medicines and vaccines.
• Attend and contribute to medical portion of regional account planning/training sessions
• Attend national, regional, and local scientific/medical meetings to gain medical voice of the customer on recent data being presented on products and disease states of interest to GSK
• Support clinical development activities and programs including GSK and Investigator sponsored studies as well as collaborating with R&D staff to improve site performance. Provide general insight into GSK research interests and field inquiries regarding investigator sponsored scientific or clinical research projects.
• Conduct individual discussions and meetings with steering committee members, advisory board members, consultants etc., on topics related to the work being conducted with GSK (e.g. for clinical research investigators, the conduct or publication of clinical research sponsored by GSK)
• Provide scientific training for GSK sales representatives regarding GSK Hepatology products and the conditions they treat utilizing approved Sales Training materials. Provide training to individual HCPs to prepare them to speak on behalf of GSK, and assist with GSK-sponsored speaker training events
• Partner with matrix colleagues (e.g., sales, marketing, market access, etc.) to ensure strategies and business plans are both patient and business focused, and adding value to the External Expert (Liver Specialists)
• Demonstrate strong understanding of the Hepatology therapeutic area and market dynamics within assigned territory to be able to engage HCPs in meaningful scientific discussions aligned with the broader medical strategy and tactical objectives.
• Develop a clear strategic vision for the territory, ensuring proper identification, mapping, and planning of scientific engagements in line with the medical strategy.

Why you?

Basic Qualifications:

• Pharm. D or Ph. D, DNP, or MD (with a medical or clinical focus).
• Two or more years' experience in pharmacology and pharmacotherapy in humans and has experience practically applying this knowledge in a clinical setting.
• Experience engaging in peer-to-peer Scientific Exchange with medical professionals and decision makers.
• Experience in creating and delivering medical-based presentations.
• Experience identifying opportunities for medical engagement and developing scientific engagement goals.
• Experience developing relationships with external HCPs, KOLs, and external experts and with internal stakeholders and key decision makers.
• Must be willing to travel 50 – 75% of time.
• Must live within territory specified.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Residency of Post-Doctoral training in a clinical/pharmaceutical practice setting
• Previous clinical experience in situations where direct/or indirect decision-making authority for patient care was demonstrated (e.g. direct patient care, treatment protocol development, drug therapy guidelines development, traditional clinical pharmacy practice settings)
• Pharmaceutical industry, or clinical education, or medical liaison experience in Hepatology a plus.
• Above average computer literacy, including experience with software applications

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