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Medical Science Liaison (Renal Transplant), FSP

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Milan

AI generated summary

  • You must have a relevant medical degree, field experience in medical affairs, clinical experience (preferably in renal), knowledge of industry regulations, a valid driver's license, and willingness to travel.
  • You will serve as a medical expert, build stakeholder relationships, deliver education, manage inquiries, support studies, and ensure compliance with regulations in kidney transplant.

Requirements

  • Scientific, healthcare or medical degree (MS, PharmD, PhD, MD, RN, PA)
  • Significant field-based experience in a biopharmaceutical industry in medical affairs
  • Clinical experience in Medicine (Kidney or other solid organ) is an advantage
  • Knowledge of regulations and practices related to industry interactions with healthcare professionals
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability for 50% travel

Responsibilities

  • Expert medical resource and ambassador
  • Maintain the highest scientific and medical expertise of all relevant diseases and, products; be acknowledged internally and externally as an expert. Focus lies on the Clinical Trials we are conducting in the Transplant TA (DGF and AMR with empa and efgar respectively)
  • Identify and develop productive relationships and collaborations with all relevant stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, professional organization.
  • Support the development and implementation of the kidney transplant site engagement plan to advance client objectives.
  • Help shape the position of the client in the region.
  • Maintain a high level of knowledge of and appropriately implement current local pharmaceutical regulation and ensure implementation of client policies and procedures.
  • Scientific/medical exchange and education, and insight generation
  • Ensure timely and informative scientific/medical exchanges with external stakeholders that accurately reflect scientific data.
  • Deliver high quality scientific/medical education in a variety of settings, including related to diseases of interest, clinical studies (focus on our DGF trial and in 2nd line AMR Trial), investigational products and any future licensed products.
  • Obtain feedback that can be disseminated throughout the organization.
  • Coordinate the timely and appropriate response to internal and external Medical Information enquires, utilizing client medical information resources and in line with regulatory requirements.
  • Attend appropriate local, national and international meetings and congresses to gather intelligence, develop productive collaborations, engage in scientific exchange and ensure insights are shared within the client.
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Ensure a close working relationship with all client functions: Focus lies on the CTT for the two kidney transplant studies.
  • Support cross-functional teams to ensure operations are patient-focused, including rapidly responding to internal and external requests to discuss specific situations and challenges and provide medical affairs support to all stakeholders.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Medical Science Liaison role?

The primary focus of the Medical Science Liaison role is to act as a field-based expert on scientific data, products, and trials, specifically in the area of Kidney Transplant studies. The MSL is responsible for engaging with medical stakeholders at Clinical Trial Centers to understand disease management and identify unmet medical needs.

What kind of education is required for this position?

A scientific, healthcare, or medical degree such as MS, PharmD, PhD, MD, RN, or PA is required for this position.

Is prior experience in the biopharmaceutical industry necessary?

Yes, significant field-based experience in medical affairs within the biopharmaceutical industry is necessary for this role.

Will the Medical Science Liaison have to travel?

Yes, the role requires the ability to travel up to 50%.

What types of skills are essential for success in this position?

Essential skills for success include strong influencing abilities, excellent communication skills, the capacity to build productive collaborations, and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Can you describe the working schedule for this position?

The working schedule for this position is standard, typically Monday to Friday.

What kind of teamwork is expected in this role?

The role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams and client functions to ensure patient-focused operations and effective response to stakeholder requests.

Is clinical experience in kidney transplant advantageous for this role?

Yes, clinical experience in kidney or other solid organ transplantation is considered an advantage.

Are there opportunities for continuous learning and self-improvement in this role?

Yes, the role encourages continuous learning, self-improvement, and development, as well as providing feedback in a diverse environment.

What are the key values that drive the culture of the organization?

The key values that drive the organization's culture include co-creation, innovation, empowerment, excellence, and humility.

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