Medical Science Liaison - North Central Region

Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) are trained healthcare professionals whose primary role is to exchange scientific and medical information between the Company and the medical community. MSLs are responsible for cultivating and maintaining relationships with healthcare professionals and providing scientific support for Company products. MSLs must maintain scientific expertise and knowledge of clinical applications of Company products and medical treatment guidelines. MSLs must remain current on clinical knowledge and must be able to communicate complex medical and scientific concepts to a broad range of audiences. MSLs are field based members of the Biosimilars medical affairs team.

The territory covers the North Central Region, including Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan, with a preference for candidates residing in Chicago, Michigan, or Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains healthcare professional relationships with physicians and other clinicians to provide scientific exchange per predefined targets and objectives and to ensure the safe and effective use of Company products.
• Prepares and regularly updates educational materials and presentations to support scientific exchange externally related to Company products.
• Responds appropriately and timely to unsolicited requests for off label product information in accordance with regulatory guidelines and Company policies.
• Provides appropriate medical and scientific support to healthcare professionals and investigators for publications and clinical trials related to Company products in support of data generation and development of deeper medical and scientific understanding. Collaborates with Global Medical, Clinical, & Regulatory Affairs in the management of USA based clinical trials, both internal and external.
• Evaluates clinical proposals of Investigator Initiated Trials for Company sponsorship in accordance with preestablished medical objectives and strategies, regulatory guidance and Company policies.
• Provides training as required to internal company personnel.
• Collaborates with Global Vigilance Department and Global Quality & Compliance Department with respect to product adverse events and complaints per company procedures.
• All employees are responsible for ensuring the compliance to company documents, programs and activities related to Health, Safety, Environment, Energy and Quality Management System as per your roles and responsibilities.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in a clinical or scientific discipline is required (e.g. Ph.D. with 5 years of transferrable experience, MD with 5 years of clinical experience, PharmD with 5 years Pharmacy experience (could include residency experience), Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistant) with 5 years of clinical experience).
• 0-3 years of experience as a Medical Science Liaison preferred.
• Pharmaceutical industry experience is preferred.
• Specialty pharmaceuticals experience with biological therapies and /or biosimilars is preferred.
• Knowledge of Immunology/Inflammation and/or Oncology.
• Demonstrated skill in interpreting and writing scientific documents.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills are mandatory – capacity to translate complex clinical information in concise verbal and written description.
• Demonstrated skills in communicating via virtual platforms and managing electronic shared databases.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical product development and clinical trial design processes.
• Knowledge of US Healthcare system including reimbursement and access to pharmaceutical therapies.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory, legal and compliance standards.
• Position will require 40-50% travel, including overnight stays. A valid US driver’s license and clean driving record are required.

Additional Information

Base Salary Range: $150,000 - $165,000

Bonus Eligibility: 14%

Position is eligible for a fleet vehicle.

Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.