Medical Science Liaison (MSL) / Senior Medical Science Liaison, GrC, USMA (WEST CENTRAL)
Location United States, Remote
Workstyle Field Based ApplyWho We Are
From research and discovery to post-market clinical development, our WWRD engine involves all bench and clinical research and the associated groups that support those endeavors. Our teams work on developing first-in-class and best-in-class therapeutics that provide meaningful advances to patients who live with genetic diseases.
- Execute SC medical MSL plan and tactics within assigned territory to meet scientific objectives and company-defined goals for products both marketed and in development
- Development and periodic refinement of an approved MSL Territory Plan designed to support and meet strategic medical objectives
- Provide education relative to disease state and BioMarin products across product lifecycle to health care providers among specialties including Genetics, Pediatric Endocrinology, Pediatric Orthopedics, and other relevant specialties
- Serve as a medical/scientific resource through answering unsolicited medical questions and addressing other related medical information queries
- Engage in scientific exchange and provide feedback on emerging clinical/competitive trends
- Identify, document, discuss and communicate insights to internal stakeholders
- Maintain clinical and technical expertise in relevant therapeutic area
- Partner with medical and research groups and compliantly collaborate with commercial team
- Provide support to BioMarin clinical trials including but not limited to the following: site identification and evaluation; recruitment; investigator meetings; external expert identification; and study management
- Support clinical operations in identifying and interacting with potential investigators for BioMarin products in development as per Medical Affairs therapeutic area plan
- Support the implementation and coordination of external investigator-initiated research
- Participate in local, regional, and national meetings/conferences in support of all scientific and medical objectives
- Review scientific journals, lead, and participate in internal journal clubs
- Serve as a scientific resource to commercial and marketing partners. Participate in sales team training, medical updates, scientific presentations, journal clubs, and other approved meetings as appropriate
- Have responsibility for assigned special projects and mentoring of other team members
- Self-development: Develops and communicates a professional growth plan. Takes responsibility for and actively manages professional development. Continually educates self on global market issues, trends, and product knowledge as it pertains to specific business responsibilities in key therapeutic areas
- Assure compliance with BioMarin operational guidelines
- BA/BS in life or health sciences; Advanced degree (MS, doctoral level) is preferred
- 3 or more years of relevant experience in clinical and 1 or more year as an MSL preferred
- Experience in rare genetic diseases, ACH and/or Skeletal Dysplasia therapy preferred
- Experience in product launch, development, and execution preferred
- Knowledge of regulations impacting Medical Affairs and field activities in the pharmaceutical industry
- Excellent oral and written communication, organization, and people skills
- Proven record as a team player
- Project management understanding and experience
- Ability to work in a virtual environment and knowledge of virtual and collaborative systems
- Position will require travel for field engagements and Specialty Congresses (50%-70%)
- In addition to MSL criteria above, the Sr. MSL has advanced competence in communication, problem solving and adaptability, and foundational competence in leadership, strategic thinking and planning, and problem solving and decision making
- 5 or more years of relevant clinical experience, and 3 or more years of MSL experience is preferred
- Project Leadership experience preferred
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
In the U.S., the salary range for this position is $ 152,000 to $ 228,000 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually 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. A discretionary bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.