Medical Science Liaison

About This Role

As a Medical Science Liaison, you will provide high-level scientific support to key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals within your assigned territory, focusing on oncology patients and advanced cell therapies for life-threatening diseases. This role involves scientific exchange, direct education on clinical data, and collaboration with cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities

• Identify and establish scientific relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in academic and community institutions within the assigned territory
• Execute activities aligned with Medical Affairs strategies and tactics at the assigned territory level
• Assist in the oversight of Legend Biotech sponsored clinical trial sites including site identification, patient accrual discussions, and serving as primary field-based contact
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including those part of strategic alliances
• Assist with implementation and engagement of KOL participation in advisory boards, consultant meetings, and scientific gatherings
• Collect and communicate clinical insights and intelligence on the market environment, clinical strategies, and competition to Legend Biotech
• Represent and support Legend Biotech at Hematology/Oncology scientific meetings, interpreting and reporting findings with recommendations
• Serve as the primary local point of contact for investigators and their research staff for company-sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical trials
• Provide clinical presentations and information delivery to healthcare providers in group and one-on-one settings
• Relay important medical insights to key Legend Biotech stakeholders gathered from field interactions and congress/meeting attendance
• Assist in the development of field-based MSL resources and training materials
• Maintain in-depth scientific and therapeutic knowledge, including Legend Biotech and competitive products, as well as disease states within the franchise
• Fully understand and apply MSL SOP's/guidelines and company HCC/Regulatory/Legal guidelines

Requirements

• Advanced terminal degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, DO) OR other advanced medical degree (NP, PA, etc.) with 2+ years relevant therapeutic area clinical experience
• 2-3 years relevant work experience (clinical, fellowship, or research) and/or related PhRMA work experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to partner and maintain relationships within the medical community
• Valid U.S. driver's license and clean driving record
• Ability to travel (60% travel, including overnight and weekends)
• Comfort with utilization of computer, company applications, and remote technology
• Strategic thinking and strong geographical management skills
• Deep scientific expertise
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Adept at developing relationships and building networks
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
• Excellent organization skills and decision-making ability
• Must reside within the territory, or within a 30 minute commute from the nearest territory border

Qualifications

• Advanced terminal degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, DO) OR other advanced medical degree (NP, PA, etc.)
• 2-3 years relevant work experience (clinical, fellowship, or research) and/or related PhRMA work experience, with 2+ years relevant therapeutic area clinical experience if holding NP/PA degree

Nice to Have

• Knowledge or experience in Hematology/Oncology and/or Immunology

Benefits