Dietitian industry opportunity- Medical Science Liaison Associate (Wales, S.Wales, Devon and Cornwall)

Abbott
Witney
1 month ago
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Exciting Opportunity for Dietitians in Wales, Cornwall or Devon.

Are you an experienced dietitian looking to move into the industry? Join us as aMedical Science Liaison Associatein our Nutrition Division at Abbott!

About Us:Our nutrition business develops science-based products for all ages, from babies to adults. Our leading brands include Similac, PediaSure, Pedialyte, Ensure, Glucerna, and ZonePerfect. We are committed to helping people live their healthiest lives through innovative nutrition solutions.

Your Role:As a Medical Science Liaison Associate, you will:

Drive Scientific Education and Research: Establish Abbott as a trusted partner through strategic interactions with healthcare professionals.

Influence Clinical Practices: Promote best clinical practices to drive change and positively impact patient care.

Develop and Execute Plans: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support Abbott’s portfolio and meet shared business objectives.

Maintain Reports and KPIs: Keep detailed records of activities and performance metrics.

Build Relationships: Engage with key opinion leaders and manage the KOL engagement plan.

Initiate Research Projects: Lead local research initiatives, including quality improvement programs and nutrition pathway design.

Support Commercial Partners: Serve as a scientific resource for advisory boards, round tables, and scientific congress activities.

Collaborate with Medical Affairs: Assist the medical affairs and research teams with various tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

Degree in dietetics (BSc essential).

Experience in medical affairs, medical science liaison, or commercial roles preferred.

Fluent in English.

Ability to work independently and cross-functionally.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Must live in Wales or South Wales and have a full UK driving license.

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