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Medical Science Liaison

Blackfield Associates
Bristol
8 months ago
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Blackfield Associates is currently working with a Biotechnology Company who is looking to recruit a highly personable, scientifically proficient and data driven MSL to join there Medical Affairs team to deliver their Allergy portfolio.


Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs), key opinion leaders (KOLs), and internal teams.
  • Deliver scientific presentations, provide medical insights, and ensure access to current product and therapeutic information.
  • Support collaborative efforts like research, symposia, and educational programs, ensuring scientific integrity.
  • Share competitor intelligence and provide strategic input to internal teams.
  • Conduct training sessions to enhance internal scientific expertise.
  • Develop and manage KOL engagements and support clinical trial performance.
  • Create and contribute to medical programs, publications, and real-world evidence dissemination.
  • Ensure compliance with local and global regulations and company policies.


Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of MSL or significant medical-commercial experience.
  • Life sciences background (e.g., biomedical, pharmacology, pharmacy).
  • Knowledge of allergy or relevant therapeutic areas preferred.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and adaptability skills.
  • Familiarity with compliance, regulatory approvals, and product launches is an advantage.
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken).


Additional Details:

  • 70% field-based with regular travel (overnight stays approx. once every two weeks).
  • Role can be full-time or part-time, depending on the candidate’s background.

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