UCB

Medical Science Liaison, Neurology, Gulf Coast region 1

UCB$134K — $204K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctorate (PhD, PharmD, MD, DPM, or DO) with 3+ years as an MSL, OR NP/PA with 3+ years MSL experience or 3 years direct clinical experience in relevant area, or 5 years in pharma
  • Residence within the assigned territory is required
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel 60-80%
  • Clinical or professional experience in epilepsy and/or rare syndromes is preferred
  • Strong scientific communication and presentation skills necessary

Responsibilities

  • Stay current with research and clinical data on epilepsy and rare syndromes
  • Execute stakeholder engagement strategies to identify local needs and opportunities
  • Provide medical insights to support medical strategies and initiatives
  • Represent UCB at scientific conferences and educational events
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance patient care and contribute to projects
  • May lead or support Medical Affairs projects as assigned

Benefits

  • Engagement with key scientific and medical influencers
  • Opportunity to foster collaborative, science-driven partnerships
  • Focus on patient-centered initiatives within the health ecosystem
  • Room for professional development through cross-functional collaboration
  • Autonomy in managing relationships with KOLs and advocacy groups
Full Job Description
The Medical Science Liaison (MSL), Gulf Coast will engage with key scientific and medical influencers to advance understanding of UCB's Epilepsy and Rare Syndromes portfolio. This role fosters collaborative, science-driven partnerships with key stakeholders to support optimized patient care. The MSL will provide scientific exchange, contribute insights to medical strategies, and drive patient-focused initiatives within the local health ecosystem.

What You'll Do:
  • Stay current with research and clinical data related to epilepsy and rare syndromes.
  • Execute targeted stakeholder engagement strategies to identify local needs and opportunities.
  • Provide meaningful medical insights to support medical strategies and initiatives.
  • Represent UCB at scientific conferences and educational events.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance patient care and contribute to medical projects as needed.
  • May lead/support other Medical Affairs projects or activities as assigned.


Who You'll Work with:
  • Build and manage trusted, peer-level relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), clinical investigators, and patient advocacy groups


Interested? For this role, we're looking for the following education, experience, and skills

Minimum Requirements:
  • Doctorate (PhD, PharmD, MD, DPM, or DO) with a minimum of 3 years' experience as an MSL

OR
  • NP/PA with a minimum of 3 years' experience as an MSL or minimum of 3 years of direct clinical experience in relevant therapeutic area or 5 years in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Must reside within the assigned territory.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel 60-80% in the designated territory.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Clinical or professional experience in epilepsy and/or rare syndromes.
  • Strong scientific communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to actively listen, identify opportunities, and deliver solutions.
  • Self-motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team.
  • This role requires 70-80% in-field engagement across the Gulf Coast region


This position's reasonably anticipated salary range is $134k-$204k per year. The actual salary offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors.

Are you ready to 'go beyond' to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

About UCB

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating value for people living with severe diseases in immunology and neurology. UCB aims to be the patient-preferred biotech leader by delivering medicines and solutions that improve lives. The company is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, with approximately 7,500 employees in over 40 countries. UCB is listed on Euronext Brussels (symbol: UCB).
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