Jazz Pharmaceuticals

Medical Science Liaison - Epilepsy (Boston)

Jazz Pharmaceuticals$160K — $240K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Massachusetts, US
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD) or equivalent with at least 3 years in therapeutic area
  • License (RN, NP, CNP, PA) with a Master's Degree and a minimum of 5 years in clinical practice
  • Minimum of 2 years as a Medical Science Liaison or related industry/clinical role
  • Expertise in oncology is preferred but not mandatory
  • Willingness to travel 60-70% of the time, valid driver's license required
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Responsibilities

  • Identify and develop relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs)
  • Execute territory plans aligned with US Medical Affairs
  • Communicate clinical insights from KOLs to relevant departments
  • Participate in medical education through presentations and meetings
  • Maintain high-level knowledge of therapeutic areas and Jazz products
  • Provide scientific support for data generation and congress activities
  • Act as a scientific resource during advisory boards and clinical trials

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k retirement savings plan
  • Flexible paid vacation
  • Discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation
  • Participation in equity grants through Jazz's Long Term Equity Incentive Plan
Full Job Description

If you are a current Jazz employee please apply via the Internal Career site

Job Description

Brief Description:

The Medical ScienceLiaison (MSL) is a member of a field-based team of scientists who function as an extension of the US Medical Affairs organization. MSLs are responsible for developing and enhancing professional relationships with medical thought leaders involved in various phases of product development. MSLs provide medical information through scientific exchange, and clinical/scientific support for Jazz Pharmaceuticals and the Medical Affairs department.

This is afield-based position coveringNew England, and requires professionals with established personal and scientific credibility to interact with thought leaders and academic centers of excellence.

Essential Functions

KOL Development andField Engagement:

  • Identify and develop peer-to-peer relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare providers within the therapeutic area
  • Develop and execute territory plans in alignment with US Medical Affairs plans
  • Identify and communicate key clinical and research issues and insights from KOLs to appropriate departments
  • Participate in medical education for healthcare professionals (HCPs) through on-site presentations at healthcare institutions, investigator meetings, national conferences, advisory boards, or regional meetings

Provide scientific supportfor additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives

Positions self asScientific Expert

  • Maintains an up to date andhigh-levelknowledge of the therapy area,Jazz products, new and emerging areas of research, therapeutic issues and trends, and competitive landscape.
  • Establishes reputation as a trustworthy and knowledgeable source of scientific and medical information for the healthcare community.
  • Supports development of Jazz Pharmaceuticals positioning as the scientific authority inthe therapeutic area. Attendsappropriate scientific congresses to stay abreast of developments and to supportRegional, National and localKOL activitiesand Jazz interests.
  • Acquires a broad understanding of local and national protocolsand standardsof clinical practiceand trends in disease managementin the US.
  • Provide clinical presentations and information in response to unsolicited questions (as appropriate) in academic, community, and healthcare provider settings in both group and one-on-one situations
  • Communicatesemerging data andthe clinical experiencewith our products through scientific exchange and peer-to-peer interactionsdiscussing benefits and risks in an objective manner.
  • Provide support for data generation activities (company-sponsored studies, collaboration studies, ISTs)
  • Provide scientific support for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives.

Medical Affairs PlanningandPlan Execution

  • Contributes to the development of theUSMedical Plan and provides input into local strategies and tactics.
  • Where needed,managesrelevant budget to enable execution of Medical Plantactics as part of the wider Medical Affairs team.
  • Works in a collaborative manner with cross-functional colleagues to ensure a Key Account Management approach.
  • Interactswith HCPs as a scientific resource to support activities aligned with the Medical Plan including advisory boards, speaker development and clinical trials.

Responsible for maintainingCompany standardsand Jazz Values

  • Consistently actstoenhanceJazzPharmaceuticals98217; image as an advocate of medical advancement by using knowledge of product, disease state and pipeline products to engage healthcare providers in meaningful scientific exchange of information.
  • Document and forward reports of adverse eventsand product complaintsaccording to Jazz98217;s policy to ensure safe and effective use of Jazz Pharmaceuticals' products.
  • Adheresto the relevant national and local Codes of Practice.
  • Behaves ethically and with integrity at all times.
  • Actsas an ambassador for Jazz Pharmaceuticals following company mission and values.
  • Keepsown written development plan and implements.
  • Preparestimely reporting according to the company needs.

Required Knowledge, Skills,and Abilities

Required

  • Ability to research and critically analyze and communicate complex scientific and medical information and data.
  • Clear and concise communication and presentation skills.
  • Excellent planning and organization skills, with high-level attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong strategic mindset.
  • Highly self-motivated and ability to work autonomously.
  • Ability to learn quickly, be flexible and results-focused in a rapidly changing environment.
  • Excellent negotiation skills.
  • Demonstrated skills in inter-personal relationship building, networking, collaboration and teamwork.
  • Strong capabilities working with digital platforms and tools are required
  • Excellent command of spoken English.
  • Ability and willingness to travel at least 60% of workdays. Driving required.

Preferred

  • Knowledge of geography, healthcare environment and external experts in academia and medical community.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop trust and relationships with opinion leaders in disease states of interest.
  • Understanding of regulatory requirements for field-based personnel
  • Experience in oncology
  • Experience as a Medical Science Liaison with a strong track record of success is strongly preferred

Required/Preferred Education andLicenses

  • Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD or equivalent) with a minimum of 3 years98217; experience in the therapeutic are of interest.
  • License (RN, NP, CNP, PA or equivalent) with a minimum of a Master98217;s Degree (or equivalent) and a minimum of 5 years98217; experience in clinical practice.
  • A minimum of 2 years98217; experience as a MSL or comparable industry or clinical role is required.
  • This is a field position and applicants must be willing to travel 60-70% time
  • Valid driver98217;s license and live within 60 miles of a major airport

Description of PhysicalDemands

  • Frequent travel between meeting sites.
  • Frequently operating a computer, printer, telephone and other similar office machinery.

Description of WorkEnvironment

  • Frequent interactions with external contacts in their office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, fumes, vibrations and temperature changes.
  • Frequent computer laptop or tablet use, not usually at a workstation.
  • Responsibilities may require a work schedule that may include working outside of 98220;normal98221; work hours, in order to meet business demands.
  • Frequent public contact requiring appropriate business apparel.

FOR US BASED CANDIDATES ONLY

Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive.For this role, the full and complete base pay range is:

$160,000.00 - $240,000.00

Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, and other pertinent factors. The goal is to ensure fair and competitive compensation aligned with the candidate98217;s expertise and contributions, within the established pay framework and our Total Compensation philosophy. Internal equity considerations will also influence individual base pay decisions. This range will be reviewed on a regular basis.

At Jazz, your base pay is only one part of your total compensation package. The successful candidate may also be eligible for a discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation (depending on the role), in accordance with the terms of the Company98217;s Global Cash Bonus Plan or Incentive Compensation Plan, as well as discretionary equity grants in accordance with Jazz98217;s Long Term Equity Incentive Plan.

The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation.For more information on our Benefits offerings please click here: https://careers.jazzpharma.com/benefits.html

About Jazz Pharmaceuticals

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company that develops and commercializes medicines for patients with serious diseases. The company's portfolio of products and product candidates is focused on neuroscience and oncology therapeutic areas. Jazz Pharmaceuticals was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
Learn more about Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Size
3,200 employees
Market Cap
$10.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$238.6 million
Founded
2003
5 Year Trend
+15.8%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
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