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Senior Medical Science Liaison (Rare Disease / Oncology) - UK

EVERSANA
London
6 months ago
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Senior Medical Science Liaison (Rare Disease / Oncology) - UK

Company Description:
At EVERSANA, we are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work across the globe. We’re fueled by our vision to create a healthier world. Our global team of more than 7,000 employees is committed to creating and delivering next-generation commercialization services to the life sciences industry. We serve more than 650 clients ranging from innovative biotech start-ups to established pharmaceutical companies. Our products, services, and solutions help bring innovative therapies to market and support the patients who depend on them. Join us!

Across our growing organization, we embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds to help build the future of healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture.

Job Description:
THE POSITION:The Senior Medical Science Liaison will be responsible for establishing, developing, and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders within a defined territory. The product launch is ongoing as the first and only FDA approved therapy for desmoid tumors. A Marketing Authorisation Application for desmoid tumors in Europe was submitted in February 2024.

The Senior MSL will be the scientific face of the Client in the field and will require mastery of technical, clinical, and functional expertise. Key expectations include developing and maintaining an excellent scientific and medical knowledge base, communicating key insights learned, and disseminating critical scientific data to external stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Build and maintain expert relationships with relevant KOLs.
  • Support and advise in translating the field medical strategy to a national KOL plan.
  • Partner with Medical Information colleagues to improve Standard Response Letters and efficiency of the MIRF process.
  • Act as expert liaison to investigators interested in developing and performing investigator-initiated research.
  • Be the primary onboarding trainer and mentor for new MSLs.
  • Organize pre-conference company meetings ensuring alignment with cross-functional partners.
  • Stay abreast of current scientific and treatment landscape trends.
  • Contribute to the Product Medical Affairs Team, providing expertise to the medical plan.
  • Participate in planning and execution of scientific/medical advisory boards.
  • Serve as a scientific subject matter expert within therapeutic area(s).

Other Duties:

  • Understand EU pharma rules for MSL activities and HCP/patient interactions.
  • Provide clinical presentations and respond to unsolicited questions in healthcare settings.
  • Create and implement territory plans aligned with broader strategies.
  • Build and sustain strong relationships with clinical decision-makers.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Bachelors degree is required.
  • 5-10 years MSL experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Oncology experience is essential; rare disease experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated mastery of presenting clinical/scientific information.
  • Proficiency with business software including Veeva CRM, Adobe Professional, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts.
  • Collaborative with outstanding relationship management skills.
  • Strong ability to lead and manage projects with minimal direction.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize work schedule.
  • Required to live within the territory.
  • Valid driver’s license required.

Additional Information:

EVERSANA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with diverse strengths, experiences, and backgrounds. Follow us on LinkedIn | Twitter

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