Becton, Dickinson and Company

Medical Science Liaison - MSL

Becton, Dickinson and Company$119K — $191K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; MD, PharmD, PhD, PA or RN preferred.
  • 3-5 years of field-based MSL experience or industry experience in medical devices/pharmaceuticals needed.
  • Clinical experience in the surgical space is desired.
  • Ability to interpret complex clinical and pre-clinical data effectively.
  • Strong communication skills to engage with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Establish peer-to-peer relationships with key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals.
  • Implement strategic and educational initiatives to meet Medical and Commercial goals.
  • Serve as a primary clinical resource for key surgeons and healthcare providers.
  • Develop training programs focused on patient outcomes in breast surgery.
  • Collaborate with internal sales teams for educational presentations.
  • Capture and report insights from scientific congresses to internal teams.
  • Maintain a thorough knowledge of the organization’s products and ongoing clinical research.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards program for rewarding performance.
  • Commitment to work-life balance with flexible working arrangements.
  • Opportunities for professional development and recognition.
  • Supportive workplace culture encouraging collaboration and innovation.
  • In-office presence 4 days a week to maintain operational efficiency.
Full Job Description
Job Description Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) work with internal and external customers as field-based scientific and clinical experts who strategically support dissemination of medical scientific information. MSLs function asa regionalmedical contact between the organization and key external customers to further scientific exchange. This role provides product and field scientific support to Medical Affairs, Sales, Marketing, and Managed Markets byutilizingacademic credentials, clinical knowledge, and scientificexpertisein infection prevention to communicate with healthcare providers, academic researchers, and organizations. These relationships ensure that key opinion leaders and organizations have access to relevant scientific information, and that insights gathered externally will be communicated to key cross-functional partners internally. The MSL should have an in-depth understanding of infection prevention, the surgical setting, disease state awareness, the current/future treatment landscape, and ongoing clinical trials/research. *** Medical Science Liaison- Surgical Solutions Central (Midwest)*** Territory to include: Arkansas (AR), Illinois (IL), Indiana (IN), Iowa (IA), Kansas (KS), Louisiana (LA), Michigan (MI), Minnesota (MN), Missouri (MO), Nebraska (NE), North Dakota (ND), Oklahoma (OK), South Dakota (SD), Texas (TX), Wisconsin (WI) Responsibilities: Establish andmaintaincredible peer-to-peer scientific relationships with national/regional key opinion leaders (KOLs) and customers. Implement strategic, scientific, and educational initiatives to achieve Medical and Commercialobjectives. Serve as the primary resource for clinical and scientific information to external HCPs (Healthcare Professionals) for key BD (Becton Dickinson) surgeons. Care product areas include Antiseptic products, biosurgery (hemostatic agents) hair removal,ChloraPrep, and surgical irrigation. Develop education and training programs to improve patient outcomes and increase understanding of breast surgery and treatment options. Work with BD IP/Biosurgery Sales Consultants, BD Institutional Representatives, and BD Retail Representatives to execute educational presentations andobjectives. Interact with various customer segments via one-on-one interactions, small group discussions, formulary review committees, and educational symposium presentations. Attend assigned scientific and medical congresses to capture information relevant to the organizations scientific platforms and report this information to internal stakeholders during debrief meetings. AssistinfacilitatingKOL (Key Opinion Leader) involvement in national, regional, and local educational forums including advisory boards, investigator meetings, educational symposia, and sponsored promotional programs. Assistin the identification of investigators and sites for company-sponsored clinical trials. Maintain a thorough and detailed working knowledge of the organization and its products, current scientific research, and publications. Deploy a blend of proactive (planned educational sessions, advisory boards, congress symposia) and reactive (data inquiry response, ad hoc consultation) engagement tactics. Use diverse engagement channels: in-person or virtual KOL meetings, collaborative research, educational events, surgical congresses, and digital platforms. Collect, document, and communicate insights from stakeholder interactions to internal teams, continually refining the overall medical strategy and supporting leadership in plastic and reconstructive surgery therapeutics. Maintain strict compliance and ethical standards, ensuring clear separation between scientific engagement and promotional activity. Track engagement activities against established benchmarks; assess and adapt engagement impact and tactics to maximize value. Foster and sustain long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders by serving as a scientific expert and advancing clinical knowledge. Additionalduties as assigned. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree required. MD, PharmD, PhD, PA or RN with clinical experience preferred. 3-5 years of field based MSL experience and/or 3-5 years of work experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry required. Clinical experience in surgery space desired. Demonstrates ability to present approved scientific data to HCPs in both group and individual settings. Ability to interpret complicated clinical and pre-clinical data. Utilization of effective communication to adjust for multiple communication styles. Ability to identify unmet medical, educational, and research needs within the medical community. Knowledge of the US Healthcare System and the pharmaceutical/medical device industry, including relevant laws (OIG), regulations (FDA (Food and Drug Administration), and ethical standards (ACCME, PhRMA) which apply to interactions with HCPs, payers, and industry representatives. Knowledge of clinical trial design and process. Understands the US healthcare system, medical practice, and clinical decision making regarding intraoperative care for the patient undergoing surgery. Demonstrates ability to develop trust and integrity with peers, and others within the US and Worldwide BD Medical Affairs and Commercial organizations. Travel: 75% travel, including overnight stays. Training Required: Training Program Code 290069 At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting. Primary Work LocationUSA RI - Warwick Additional Locations Work ShiftNA (United States of America) At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You." Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed. Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role. Salary Range Information $119,600.00 - $191,300.00 USD Annual

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