(Senior) MSL Lead DACH (m/f/d)

Idorsia Pharmaceuticals Ltd; New York (NY); Remote; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Medical Science Liaison Manager to lead a team across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. This role involves engaging with healthcare professionals, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving innovative strategies in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in medical science, proven leadership skills, and the ability to navigate complex scientific dialogues. Join a forward-thinking organization that values growth, teamwork, and innovation, and play a key role in advancing healthcare solutions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Collaborative environment

Exciting opportunities for growth

Innovative culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of MSL experience in Germany, Austria, or Switzerland.
• Experience with product launches, preferably in neuroscience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Medical Science Liaisons across multiple countries.
• Build strong relationships with healthcare professionals and provide scientific information.

Skills

Leadership

Medical Science Liaison (MSL) expertise

Scientific dialogue

Presentation skills

Clinical research understanding

Fluent in German and English

Education

Medical degree

Pharmacy degree

Scientific degree

Job description

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About Idorsia

The purpose of Idorsia is to discover, develop, and bring more innovative medicines to patients. We have more ideas, see more opportunities, and want to help more patients. Our goal is to develop Idorsia into one of Europe’s leading biopharmaceutical companies with a strong scientific core.

Idorsia is headquartered in Switzerland with established commercial operations in the US, Canada, and major European locations. Our German commercial operations are based in Munich, supporting our ambition of translating innovative research into patient treatments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and manage a team of approximately 10 (Senior) Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) across three countries, aligned with the brand and medical strategy.
2. Share MSL insights with the Extended Brand Team and contribute to local strategy development.
3. Ensure MSL deliverables align with the Medical Plan, MTA, and objectives.
4. Track and manage the MSL budget effectively.
5. Promote non-promotional, compliant behavior in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland as per company principles, FSA Code of Practice, and local laws (e.g., HWG, AHG).
6. Build strong relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs), providing credible, balanced scientific information about Idorsia, its research, and products, understanding their perspectives and challenges.
7. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maximize impact through non-promotional activities.
8. Support team development through coaching and guidance.
9. Maintain expertise in therapeutic areas by reviewing literature, participating in scientific events, and internal training.
10. Share knowledge, gather insights, and educate internally and externally.
11. Lead or participate in organizing HCP advisory boards or round tables.
12. Assist in identifying investigators and research projects, supporting investigator-sponsored trials, and clinical collaborations.
13. Ensure all activities comply with regulatory, legal, and ethical standards.

Requirements

• Medical, Pharmacy, or Scientific degree.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar MSL role within Germany, Austria, or Switzerland, with deep knowledge of MSL activities and processes.
• Previous leadership and people management experience.
• Experience with product launches, preferably in neuroscience.
• Proven ability to engage in scientific dialogue with KOLs and researchers within the DACH region.
• Excellent presentation skills for various channels, including digital formats.
• Strong clinical research understanding and pharmaceutical development knowledge.
• Willingness to travel within DACH and to the head office as needed.
• Experience working in regulated environments, adhering to external and internal guidelines and SOPs.
• Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Fluent in German and English.

Additional Information

Familiarity with Idorsia values is essential:

• Advance: Move forward with energy, take responsibility, and outperform.
• Pragmatic: Implement initiatives flexibly without compromising quality.
• Invent: Be resourceful, creative, and data-driven, embracing new approaches.
• Team-up: Collaborate, share information, and support each other.

We offer exciting opportunities for growth, a collaborative environment, an innovative culture, competitive salary, and additional benefits. The position is home-office based.

Work Location: Germany or Switzerland
Country: Germany or Switzerland
Business Area: Global Medical Affairs
Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Permanent