Medical Sciences Liaison

Aquestive Therapeutics; New Jersey; Remote; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology company is seeking a Medical Science Liaison to enhance scientific and medical relationships with healthcare professionals. The role requires a Doctoral degree and a minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a related field. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to travel extensively. This position offers a competitive salary range of $160,000 to $190,000 USD.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years in a relevant pharmaceutical/biotech industry role or in healthcare.
• Experience in allergy/immunology is highly desired, with pediatric experience helpful.
• Ability to travel 50%-75% of the time, including overnights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scientific knowledge in assigned therapeutic areas.
• Manage KOL relationships supporting company objectives.
• Interpret and disseminate balanced scientific data.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Education

Doctoral degree in a medical or scientific field

Job description

Description

Job Summary: As a field-based medical expert, the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) supports AQST's therapeutic areas of interest, programs, and approved products by advancing scientific and medical relationships by engaging with key members of the healthcare community functioning as a conduit for knowledge exchange. The MSL focuses on educating external and internal stakeholders on the science behind the safe and appropriate use of our products. The MSL supports the generation of scientific and medical knowledge and applies subject matter expertise and experience to advance company projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a level of scientific and medical knowledge in the assigned therapeutic area(s) and/or disease state(s) related to AQST products.
• Identify, develop, and effectively manage KOL relationships on a continuum of advocacy in support of company objectives while enhancing AQST\'s reputation as a scientifically innovative industry partner.
• Accurately and compliantly interpret and disseminate balanced and factual scientific, clinical, and health economic data.
• Lead efforts in identifying, cultivating, and integrating KOL contributions into therapeutic areas of interest and programs of AQST. Identify opportunities for growth and generation of medical contributions in support and/or expansion of current programs and therapies.
• Gather and evaluate new information as it applies to AQST products and areas of therapeutic interest.
• Deliver on project support according to established objectives.
• Provide support for unsolicited requests for medical information.
• Support key initiatives such as continuing medical education (CME) programs and investigator-initiated research efforts.

Qualifications

• Doctoral level degree in a medical and or scientific field required (PharmD, PhD, MD/DO, or equivalent).
• A degree in a relevant medical and/or scientific field with strong related experience may be considered.
• A minimum of 3-5 years in a relevant pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry role or in healthcare is required.
• Experience in allergy/immunology is highly desired with pediatric experience also helpful.
• Ability to travel 50%-75% of time, including overnights and weekends as necessary.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to be a relationship builder.
• The ideal candidate must have character traits that promote respect, credibility, and trust throughout all interactions, outside and inside the organization.
• They must be able to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a dynamic, yet often field-based environment.
• They will have strong presentation and writing skills and be results oriented and self-motivated.

The statements above describe the general nature and level of the work performed by colleagues assigned to this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Aquestive reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

As part of Aquestive’s employment process, final candidate will be required to complete a drug test and background check prior to employment commencing. Please Note: Aquestive is a drug-free workplace and has a drug free workplace policy in place.

Aquestive provides equal employment opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate’s relevant skills, experience, and education. Expected Base salary range: $160,000 to $190,000 USD