Advanced clinical or scientific degree (MSN, PharmD, PhD) or equivalent credentials required.
Minimum of three years of pharmaceutical industry Medical Affairs experience as an MSL required.
Strong working knowledge of oncology guidelines (e.g., NCCN, ASCO, ESMO) and clinical research processes.
Solid tumor experience preferred; knowledge of ovarian cancer and gynecologic oncology is a plus.
Demonstrated experience leading scientific initiatives and mentoring colleagues.
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain collaborative scientific relationships with healthcare professionals and oncology stakeholders.
Provide accurate and balanced scientific exchange regarding Verastem Oncology's focus areas and investigational products.
Deliver scientific education through discussions, presentations, and medical education activities.
Identify clinical research opportunities and support investigator-initiated research activities.
Capture and communicate scientific insights from external experts to inform Medical Affairs planning.
Lead selected regional or national Medical Affairs projects and cross-functional initiatives.
Mentor and coach MSL colleagues, supporting new-hire onboarding and scientific skill development.
Benefits
Opportunity to lead priority projects and initiatives in a dynamic field.
Engagement with a network of healthcare professionals and academic institutions.
Professional development through mentoring and advanced training opportunities.
Field-based role with significant autonomy and territory management.
Involvement in shaping medical strategy and scientific resources.
Full Job Description
Position Summary
The Senior Medical Science Liaison is an experienced field-based scientific expert who fulfills the core responsibilities of an MSL while taking on broader leadership within Medical Affairs. The Senior MSL leads select regional or national initiatives, contributes to medical strategy and scientific resources, and coaches less-experienced colleagues. NYC territory (NY, NJ, Eastern PA).
Scope of Role
Leads priority projects and serves as a mentor or subject-matter resource.
Core Responsibilities
Establish and maintain collaborative scientific relationships with healthcare professionals, investigators, academic institutions, and other relevant oncology stakeholders within the assigned territory.
Provide accurate, fair, balanced, and non-promotional scientific exchange regarding Verastem Oncology's areas of focus and investigational products, as appropriate.
Deliver scientific and disease-state education through appropriate one-on-one discussions, presentations, and medical education activities.
Identify appropriate clinical research opportunities and support investigator-initiated research activities in accordance with company processes.
Capture and communicate relevant scientific, clinical, and research insights from external experts to inform Medical Affairs planning and cross-functional discussions.
Maintain knowledge of the oncology landscape, published data, clinical research, treatment guidelines, and emerging scientific developments.
Identify and communicate relevant competitive and landscape intelligence through compliant channels.
Collaborate with Medical Affairs, Medical Information, Clinical Development, and other cross-functional partners to support scientific programs and education.
Respond to unsolicited requests for medical information within established processes, working with Medical Information colleagues as needed.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation of scientific interactions, territory activities, and required reports; adhere to company policies and applicable laws and guidelines.
Lead selected regional or national Medical Affairs projects and cross-functional initiatives from planning through execution.
Contribute substantively to medical strategy planning, publication planning, scientific slide development, and field medical resources.
Lead scientific interactions for designated priority projects with external collaborators or scientific groups.
Mentor and coach MSL colleagues, including supporting new-hire onboarding and scientific skill development.
Partner with Medical Affairs Training to identify development needs and create or deliver advanced scientific training.
Experience, Education and Skills
Advanced clinical or scientific degree (MSN, PharmD, PhD) or equivalent professional credentials required.
Strong scientific communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex data accurately and clearly to varied audiences.
Working knowledge of oncology clinical research, applicable treatment guidelines, and relevant industry compliance and regulatory expectations.
Strong relationship-building, collaboration, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently in a field-based role and manage an assigned territory effectively.
Minimum of three years of pharmaceutical industry Medical Affairs experience as an MSL required.
Solid tumor experience preferred; knowledge of ovarian cancer and gynecologic oncology is a plus.
Demonstrated experience leading scientific initiatives, mentoring colleagues, and engaging complex external stakeholders.
Strong working knowledge of oncology guidelines (e.g., NCCN, ASCO, ESMO), clinical research processes, and relevant FDA, CMS, and OIG guidance.
Travel and Territory
Approximately 60-70% domestic travel is expected, depending on territory coverage and business needs. The position is field-based and requires regular external customer engagement. Territory-specific requirements and preferred home base should be added before posting.
