Medical Science Liaison Abiomed - UK & Ireland

Johnson and Johnson
Wokingham
3 months ago
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Johnson & Johnson MedTech | Cardiovascular and Abiomed are currently seeking a Medical Science Liaison for the UK and Ireland, located in the UK. At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more athttps://www.jnj.com/. Abiomed is an innovative medical device company with an inspiring mission of "Patients First" and a unique guiding principle of "Recover Hearts." Saving Lives." With more than 3,000 employees, Abiomed is one of the fastest growing medical technology companies in the world, with headquarters in Danvers, USA, and locations in Aachen and Berlin, Germany, Tokyo, Japan and Singapore. Abiomed is part of Johnson & Johnson MedTech. Abiomed is an employer offering attractive working conditions and a rewarding corporate culture focused on the needs of its employees. Abiomed inspires and retains exceptional talent through collaboration, passion and continuous development. We have an exciting and challenging role as Medical Science Liaison UK & Ireland. What to expect? Reporting to the Associate Director Medical Affairs EMEA, the Medical Science Liaison Northern Europe will manage the regional efforts of the Medical Affairs group within the European Medical Affairs Team for the countries of UK and Ireland. The Medical Scientific Liaison is responsible for supporting the EMEA Abiomed Business in establishing highest medical-scientific credibility with our customers. The Medical Scientific Liaison shall act as a scientific expert between Abiomed and the medical community through the communication of scientific evidence-based data and serves as an expert consultant to internal cross-functional partners within Abiomed by providing product related, evidence-based information, including educational support to the Sales and Marketing groups. This position is key to sharing and deepening the clinical understanding of cardiac unloading and heart recovery in the specialist community. * Principle Duties and Responsibilities : * Serves as an expert resource on Abiomed's product's scientific and clinical evidence and associated disease states to the Company, specifically the Commercial, the Therapy Development and HEMA Organization, implementing the company's scientific communication strategy on a regional level through regular field visits and collaboration * Serves as an information source to physicians, researchers and societies through dissemination, clarification and education of scientific clinical evidence. * Initiating and supporting activities to raise awareness and acceptance on the value of our therapies and position our product as the standard-of-care in high-risk and critical care patients. * Establishing, developing and managing a KOL network in the UKI towards key-influencers within and outside the product user group. * Responsible for external speaker approval and qualification using the most current scientific and clinical information including quality control. * Medical Science and Therapeutic area knowledge * Maintain extensive clinical/scientific expertise as a subject matter expert of the relevant therapeutic areas, products, company pipeline, medical technology and competitors. * Maintain understanding of medical device development methodology, marketing and market access concepts, health care reimbursement to be able to collaborate with business partners. * Scientific communication * Develop peer-level relationship networks with thought leaders, professional groups, organizations, decision makers and other key stakeholders in cardiovascular diseases in the assigned geography. * Share and discuss evidence-based scientific data with stakeholders in accordance with company guidance * Part of the Physicians team in the Medical Office to support the Clinical Support Center and Field Team in patient support cases, also responding to unsolicited questions as appropriate through 'one on one' contacts and group presentations * Facilitate education on disease state, product pipeline and competitor products to internal stakeholders and external customers as appropriate. Who are we looking for? * + o Medical Degree or advanced degree in biology, pharmacy, or other medical related discipline with ideally 2-5 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical or Medical Device Industry o Proven understanding of the medical device and healthcare system requirements o Experience in the Cardiovascular field is essential o Analytical skills and capability to understand, interpret, and communicate complex scientific information o Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in English o Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with Thought Leaders o Strong team player and mature personality that works effectively on cross-functional teams, with medical and non-medical professionals at all levels and in an international environment o Excellent organizational and managerial skills with proven track record in the organization of medical-scientific events o Ability to travel nationally and internationally approximately 80% of the time What's in it for YOU? It's important to us that you feel you can bring your whole self to work; at Johnson & Johnson we provide an environment for you to fulfil your career aspirations as well as promoting your physical and mental wellbeing. As part of our offering, you will receive a competitive compensation and benefits package as well as benefits that can be tailored to what is valuable to you throughout different stages of your life. Examples of this include: online Digital GP, private healthcare, Retail Vouchers, Discounted & Subsidised Gym memberships and you can get to support community projects as part of our global Corporate Social Responsibility programme. For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) has been a part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, the values of DEI fuel our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world's most pressing healthcare challenges. We know that the success of our business - and our ability to deliver meaningful solutions - depends on how well we understand and meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve. Which is why we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging where all perspectives, abilities and experiences are valued and our people can reach their potential. At Johnson & Johnson, we all belong. Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visitwww.careers.jnj.com.]

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