Medical Science Liaison
Syneos Health Commercial Solutions
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Medical Science Liaison at Syneos Health Commercial Solutions
Are you a listener, an educator, and a gifted cultivator of new and exciting opportunities grounded in science? The Syneos Health Medical Science Liaison (MSL) serves as the primary field-based point of contact for external stakeholders. This role is responsible for providing non-promotional scientific, educational, and research support for our client’s products. A primary focus of this position is the ability to identify and engage with thought leaders in pulmonary hypertension (PAH) and interstitial lung disease (ILD) therapeutic areas.
Key Responsibilities
- Identifies, develops, and manages excellent partnerships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and other prominent Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) and stakeholders as they relate to our client’s products.
- Engages in scientific exchange with KOLs and HCPs regarding the efficacy, safety, and value of the products and related clinical practice trends in an unbiased, non-promotional scientific manner.
- Communicates scientific, clinical, and disease state information and education to a variety of audiences (KOLs, HCPs, hospital/decision-making teams, etc.) upon request and/or according to the medical plan and objectives, as permissible by local laws and regulations.
- Identifies and maps KOLs, other stakeholders, key accounts, as well as patient referral patterns and pathways.
- Provides optimal support to our client’s Early Access Programs (EAPs), and offers training and ongoing support to participating centers.
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience as a Medical Science Liaison.
- Completed Biomedical or Medical education at Master or PhD level.
- In-depth knowledge of EFPIA and national codes of conduct guidelines, especially those that apply to Medical Affairs.
- Strong understanding of GCP guidelines, particularly in the scope of: Phase II-IV company-sponsored interventional trials, Real-World Evidence (RWE) generation (e.g., Non-Interventional trials), Early Access Programs / Named Patient Programs, and Investigator Sponsored Research Support.
- Good communication skills in English and the languages of supported countries.
Desired Requirements
- Experience with product launch and market access support.
- Previous Therapeutic Area experience in pulmonary hypertension and interstitial lung disease is highly desirable. Alternatively, previous experience in rare disease is valued.
Why Join Syneos Health?
At Syneos Health, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. Each life we positively impact makes our work worthwhile. By joining one of our field medical teams, you will partner with some of the most talented clinicians in the industry and be reminded why you chose a career in healthcare. The diversification and breadth of our new and existing partnerships create a multitude of career paths and employment opportunities. Join our game-changing, global company dedicated to creating better, smarter, faster ways to get biopharmaceutical therapies to patients. Experience the thrill of knowing that your everyday efforts are contributing to improving patients’ lives around the world. We also encourage you to join our Talent Network to stay connected to additional career opportunities.
Key skills/competency
- Medical Science Liaison (MSL)
- Pulmonary Hypertension (PAH)
- Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
- Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagement
- Scientific Exchange
- Medical Affairs
- Early Access Programs (EAPs)
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Rare Disease
- Clinical Practice Trends
How to Get Hired at Syneos Health Commercial Solutions
- Research Syneos Health's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Customize your resume to highlight MSL experience, scientific exchange, and therapeutic area expertise relevant to Syneos Health.
- Showcase scientific acumen: Emphasize your biomedical education, knowledge of EFPIA/GCP, and experience in PAH/ILD during interviews.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss experiences in KOL engagement, scientific communication, and navigating medical affairs compliance at Syneos Health.
- Network effectively: Connect with current and former Syneos Health employees on LinkedIn to gain insights and potentially secure referrals.
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