Medical Science Liaison - Epilepsy

About This Role

This Medical Science Liaison role is a field-based position responsible for developing peer-to-peer relationships with medical thought leaders in the Epilepsy therapeutic area. The MSL will provide medical information through scientific exchange and clinical/scientific support for Jazz Pharmaceuticals and the Medical Affairs department.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop peer-to-peer relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare providers within the Epilepsy therapeutic area
• Develop and execute territory plans in alignment with US Medical Affairs plans
• Identify and communicate key clinical and research issues and insights from KOLs to appropriate departments
• Participate in medical education for healthcare professionals (HCPs) through on-site presentations at healthcare institutions, investigator meetings, national conferences, advisory boards, or regional meetings
• Provide scientific support for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives
• Maintain an up-to-date and high-level knowledge of the therapy area, Jazz products, new and emerging areas of research, therapeutic issues and trends, and competitive landscape
• Acquire a broad understanding of local and national protocols and standards of clinical practice and trends in disease management in the US
• Provide clinical presentations and information in response to unsolicited questions (as appropriate) in academic, community, and healthcare provider settings in both group and one-on-one situations
• Communicate emerging data and the clinical experience with products through scientific exchange and peer-to-peer interactions discussing benefits and risks in an objective manner
• Contribute to the development of the US Medical Plan and provide input into local strategies and tactics

Requirements

• Ability to research and critically analyze and communicate complex scientific and medical information and data
• Clear and concise communication and presentation skills
• Excellent planning and organization skills, with high-level attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong strategic mindset
• Highly self-motivated and ability to work autonomously
• Ability to learn quickly, be flexible and results-focused in a rapidly changing environment
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Demonstrated skills in inter-personal relationship building, networking, collaboration and teamwork
• Strong capabilities working with digital platforms and tools are required
• Excellent command of spoken English
• Ability and willingness to travel at least 60% of work days
• MS/Advanced Practice Degree in scientific and/or medical discipline with a minimum of 5 years experience in Epilepsy - or - MD, PharmD, or PhD is required
• Experience in Neurology is required

Qualifications

• MD, PharmD, or PhD in scientific and/or medical discipline or MS/Advanced Practice Degree in scientific and/or medical discipline
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Epilepsy for MS/Advanced Practice Degree holders; experience as a Medical Science Liaison with a strong track record of success is strongly preferred; experience in Epilepsy is strongly preferred; experience in Neurology is required.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of geography, healthcare environment and external experts in academia and medical community
• Demonstrated ability to develop trust and relationships with opinion leaders in disease states of interest
• Understanding of regulatory requirements for field-based personnel
• Experience as a Medical Science Liaison with a strong track record of success
• Experience in Epilepsy

Benefits