Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Pasadena , CA 91101
Posted 3 weeks ago
The Position
We are seeking an experienced cardiometabolic Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join an exciting opportunity within our Medical Affairs (MA) team and work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
This is a field-based position and the candidate must be located within one of the territories.
MSLs are responsible for developing professional relationships with healthcare professionals through scientific engagement to support clinical stage and launch molecules. MSLs engage healthcare professionals through scientific exchange and provide clinical and scientific support.
Responsibilities
Engage with cardiologists / endocrinologists / healthcare professionals / stakeholders to educate on clinical and scientific evidence to advance treatment landscape as aligned with client goals and objectives
Educate on RNAi technology, hypertriglyceridemia, familial chylomicronemia syndrome, dyslipidemia, clinical value and approved materials to payers, providers, and other appropriate stakeholders as requested
Synthesize and communicate clinical and scientific insights to internal stakeholders
Attend and present at scientific congresses and meetings to stay up to date with the latest scientific developments and trends in the assigned therapeutic area(s)
Respond to unsolicited inquiries consistent with MSL compliance standards
Execute on MSL strategy consistent with Medical Affairs strategy
Support company sponsored clinical trials through investigators' site engagement
Support speaker training as requested and ensure speakers are up to date with evolving disease and product data
Support national, regional, and local scientific congresses including Opinion Leader (OL) engagement, poster /abstract coverage, booth, and company debriefs
Identify and execute opportunities for scientific collaboration with OLs and other relevant stakeholders.
Monitor and analyze scientific publications, clinical trials, and competitive landscape in the cardiometabolic therapeutic area and allocated regions
Maintain clinical and scientific expertise and general industry business acumen
Advance MSL value proposition, demonstrate tact and professionalism, and deliver results
Act in accordance with company policies, including, for example, the Code of Business Conduct and ethics and Standards of General Data Protection regulations (GDPR)
Develop territory specific OL and account plans including OL profiles, pre-call planning, and follow up plans
Communicate clinical and scientific information in an accurate and clear manner
Document MSL quantitative and qualitative accomplishments
Provide scientific support for Med Info inquiries, ensuring accurate and timely responses to healthcare professionals' queries
Develop scientific content for medical education initiatives
Support Medical Affairs as needed with special projects and initiatives
Requirements:
PhD, PharmD, MD, or DO degree required
Five or more years of experience as an MSL
Cardiometabolic therapeutic experience
Industry experience in medical affairs / clinical development at a biotech or pharma
High level verbal and written communication skills
Ability to effectively collaborate in a dynamic environment
Strong comprehension of cardiometabolic therapeutic area
An expert understanding of the health care delivery system, including the managed care arena and its impact on patient care, regional medical care and the pharmaceutical industry
Ability to identify the unmet medical, educational, and research needs at a local & regional level in the medical community
Ability to interpret key scientific data and translate the findings to meet educational and research needs to affect corporate research strategic activities/decisions
Understanding of the design and execution of research studies and strategic implications
Exhibits a high degree of emotional intelligence and appreciation of diversity and multiculturalism
Designs and/or leads training initiatives and best practices
Proven ability to drive results at a high level of quality as a strategic and creative thinker
Demonstrates ability to deal with ambiguity and thrive in an ever-changing environment
Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage projects and/or colleagues in successful implementation of business-critical projects
Strong time management & organizational skills
Ability to travel
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc.