Medical Science Liaison, Oncology

$143,250 - $210,000/Yr

Ipsen Pharma - Berkeley Heights, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Berkeley Heights, NJ

501-1,000 employees

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About the position

The primary responsibility of the Oncology Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is to serve as a field-based medical expert within the Medical Affairs Organization and engage in mutual scientific exchange. The MSL enhances the understanding of the scientific and medical value of Ipsen's oncology and hematology products, both marketed and in the pipeline, by collaborating with Thought Leaders (TL) and Healthcare Providers (HCP) to improve patient outcomes. This role requires leveraging deep scientific and business knowledge in life cycle management (LCM) to generate valuable insights from thought leaders that can be shared across the organization. The MSL is also responsible for responding to customer inquiries, ensuring that clinical and scientific information supports the appropriate use of Ipsen's products. In addition to these responsibilities, the MSL works with cross-functional teams on business planning, special projects, and strategic development to support the US Medical Affairs Medical Strategy. Adherence to internal standard processes and compliance with regulatory requirements is crucial, along with maintaining expertise in disease state management, emerging therapies, and the treatment landscape. The MSL must demonstrate deep scientific expertise on Ipsen's oncology and hematology products, build and maintain relationships with regional thought leaders, and represent Ipsen at scientific conferences and medical meetings. The MSL is expected to gather data and generate scientific insights from stakeholder interactions, respond to unsolicited requests regarding investigator-sponsored studies, and assist with Company Sponsored Studies from Phase I-IV. Training and facilitating speakers on Ipsen's products, building relationships across internal stakeholders, and engaging in continuous independent learning within the therapeutic area are also key components of this role.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate deep scientific expertise on Ipsen's Oncology/Hematology molecules/products and therapeutic area to exchange relevant information and insights with thought leaders.
• Build, cultivate, and maintain a focused group of regional thought leaders to ensure understanding of evolving healthcare trends across the relevant therapeutic area landscape.
• Respond to on and off-label questions with integrity, compliance, and adherence to legal, regulatory, and Ipsen guidelines, policies & procedures.
• Represent Ipsen and US Medical Affairs Team during scientific conferences, continuing medical educational events, and medical meetings.
• Gather data and generate scientific insights from stakeholder interactions and provide feedback to the organization using appropriate mechanisms and tools.
• Recognize and capture scientific insights that deepen our understanding of the needs of thought leaders, healthcare providers, and patients to share with internal stakeholders.
• Respond to unsolicited requests regarding interest in investigator sponsored studies (ISS) and support ISS submissions through appropriate internal processes.
• Assist with Company Sponsored Studies (CSS) from Phase I-IV, including investigator/site identification, site initiation visits, and feedback regarding operational management to ensure optimal site selection and performance.
• Respond to unsolicited requests for medical information associated with Ipsen products and disease state area.
• Train and facilitate speakers on Ipsen's products.
• Build and cultivate working relationships across internal stakeholders (Medical Affairs colleagues, Clinical Operations, HEOR, R&D, Medical Information, and Commercial) while maintaining full compliance with relevant company, industry, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Work efficiently and balance all work to enhance performance and execute local medical plan strategies within specified timelines.
• Participate on committees or project teams that support MSL strategies and tactics as delegated by MSL leadership.
• Engage in continuous independent learning within the therapeutic area and actively attend and participate in upskilling programs related to Ipsen molecules, products, disease states, and relevant business topics.

Requirements

• Doctoral level in the sciences required (MD, DO, PhD, PharmD, DPT, Nursing or equivalent).
• 3-5 years related work experience.
• Minimum 2 years Oncology MSL experience preferred.
• Previous experience with product launches and life cycle management.
• Excellent planning, presentation, written and presentation communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain credible and scientific relationships with top experts in the field.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to function on a cross-functional team.
• Demonstrated expertise in ability to synthesize and communicate medical information clearly.
• Knowledge of PhRMA, OIG, and other guidelines relating to compliant medical communications.
• Knowledge of oncology/hematology customer segments and market dynamics.
• Demonstrated expertise in discussing scientific content and context to multiple audiences.
• Fundamental understanding of clinical research.
• Excellent project management ability.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Thorough knowledge of regulatory environment.
• Strong leadership capabilities.
• Excellent collaboration skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in clinical research or clinical trials.
• Familiarity with the pharmaceutical industry and regulatory environment.
• Experience in training or mentoring roles.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company contributions
• Group medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Discretionary winter shutdown
• Well-being allowance
• Commuter benefits