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Medical Science Liaison

Pharma Partners Recruitment Ltd
London
2 months ago
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Medical Science Liaison – London Area

Pharma-Partners is exclusively recruiting for this vacancy.


The territory for this role includes London, North London Counties and East Anglia. We are looking for a current UK based Medical Scientific Liaison looking to progress and take on more responsibility in a smaller company.


Working alongside a team of Senior MSLs and MSLs, this role will support a small portfolio of treatments that relate to a wide variety of therapy areas. The Medical Science Liaison will focus on establishing and maintaining relationships with KOLs across the territory, drive and lead medical education activities such as advisory boards and steering committees, be involved in IITs and work closely with the field Commercial team in a collaborative manner to enhance insight gathering.


For this vacancy our client is seeking candidates with circa 2 years of UK MSL experience. They offer a clear pathway for MSLs to achieve Senior MSL level with the support and coaching from the hiring manager and peers across the Medical Affairs team.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as a scientific expert
  • Engage with KOLs in scientific exchange, and develop and maintain meaningful relationships across the territory
  • Share relevant insights within medical and cross-functional teams
  • Support and deliver medical training of commercial field teams
  • Involvement in UK clinical research activities
  • Ensure adherence to company SOPs and the ABPI Code
  • Input into cross functional plans and provide scientific expertise and advice as needed
  • Represent the business and medical team at local, regional and global congress and symposia


The Candidate:

  • Relevant Science based degree with advanced Degree level seen as desirable
  • MSL experience in the UK is essential (preferably 2 years+)
  • Demonstrable experience in building and maintaining KOL relationships
  • Knowledge of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements
  • Any therapy area background can be considered
  • Experience in and knowledge of the UK healthcare systems
  • Effectively assimilate scientific and clinical data to the relevant audience


To Apply:

To apply for this position please use the “Apply” option or feel free to send your CV directly to the Pharma-Partners team via email

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