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Senior Medical Science Liaison – Biopharma (NY/NJ/Eastern PA/CT)

Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Wiltshire
1 week ago
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Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with key operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), Canada (Sumitomo Pharma Canada, Inc.) and Europe (Sumitomo Pharma Switzerland GmbH) focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, psychiatry & neurology, and cell & gene therapies. With several marketed products in the U.S., Canada, and Europe, and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA, visit our website or follow us on .

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of Senior Medical Science Liaison. TheSenior Medical Science Liaisonwill be responsible for integrating scientific expertise and knowledge with brand strategies to ensure successful implementation of Sumitomo Pharma America’s marketed and emerging product portfolio. This will be fulfilled mainly through the development of excellent working relationships with key opinion leaders and regional clinicians of influence.


Job Duties and Responsibilities

Identify key national and regional, and local urology and women’s health thought leaders and priority customers, build and maintain advocacy with these individuals, and function as their primary scientific contact. Participate in the collection and exchange of scientific/technical information important to the Company’s market and development portfolio. Assist in the management of relationships between key opinion leaders and corporate product teams, as well as provide education of priority customers on research and development projects. Accumulate key competitive information to aid the clinical and marketing teams in drug/brand development. Identify, initiate, coordinate, evaluate and monitor investigator-sponsored studies intended to support the clinical and scientific strategy of the Company’s products. Help develop and manage timelines of publication plans of investigator-sponsored studies. Assist in the identification, evaluation, and engagement of potential investigators for corporate trials. Assist the clinical trials team, as needed, in the ongoing support and communication with investigators on corporate trials. Develop key advocates as speakers to support the Company’s products and strategies. Assist in the development of, and participate in, advisory boards and medical education programs. Contribute scientific and clinical expertise to the development and execution of commercial educational activities. Provide clinical resources for programs supporting sales/sales training and marketing efforts and professional services. Represent the Company at national, regional, and local urology and women’s health meetings and conferences. Maintain clinical and technical expertise in the area of urology and women’s health through review of the scientific literature and attendance at key scientific meetings. Leads assigned projects within the MSL organization. Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Core Competencies

Patient care clinical experience or strong scientific research experience in the therapeutic area (Urology and Women’s Health) preferred. Strong project leadership and management history required. Ability to efficiently manage time and priorities. Strong leadership skills and the ability to compile and disseminate information to others in a cohesive fashion to assure a clear understanding of project status and direction. Understanding of drug development and life-cycle development of a product. Ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with thought leaders and to establish trust through the consistent demonstration of scientific expertise and satisfactory follow-through to requests from thought-leaders; the ability to work effectively with key decision makers, both within and outside the Company. Excellent communicator, skilled at diplomacy and capable of effectively combining science and relationship building. Ability to understand and translate external customer and/or internal client needs into effective decisions and to drive results and strive for continuous improvement with high performance in the face of adversity a must. Willingness to travel >50% of the time within the domestic US.

Education and Experience

Required Bachelors Degree in a related field Minimum of 5 years of relevant scientific or clinical experience in Urology/Women’s Health Minimum 0 - 3 years of relevant experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry 1-3 years of MSL experience in Urology/Women’s Health preferred. Advanced degree in medical science (MD, PharmD, or PhD) is strongly preferred. Candidates without an advanced degree are required to have at least 5 years of industry MSL experience, and 6-10 years overall related experience.

The base salary range for this role is $175,680 to $219,600. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes unlimited paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter. Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Confidential Data: All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential.

Compliance: Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA)is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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