Medical Science Liaison
- Employer
- ICON Strategic Solutions
- Location
- Poland
- Salary
- Competitive
- Start date
- 7 Jun 2022
- Closing date
- 7 Jul 2022
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- Discipline
- Medical Affairs, Medical Science Liaison
- Hours
- Full Time
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Experience Level
- Experienced (non-manager)
Job Details
We are looking for a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to be embedded at one of our pharmaceutical client
The MSL will Facilitate execution of clinical trials related to Biopharm area (including Haemophilia, sickle cell disease, Growth hormone disorders, Rare endocrine and rare blood disorders) by providing medical/scientific expertise and advice based on interactions with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), independent professional associations and patient advocacy associations as necessary.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 1: Identify KOLs, investigators and research centres
- Identify and map KOLs, investigators and research centres within the relevant therapy areas
- Establishes relationships with key groups of specialists, external experts to expand research opportunities for Sponsor and develops, at local level, advisory, collaborative and/or educational activities aligned to the Sponsor strategy.
- Represent Sponsor
- Collaborate closely with clinical operations teams in CDD, IO-SO and CDC during feasibility and allocation process
- Identify and engage with relevant patient advocacy groups and investigate areas of mutual interest and potential collaboration
- Collect medical insights that may be of value to Sponsor and cascade these as relevant to IO-SO Clinical Development team as well as cross-functionally within local affiliate/CDC
- Discuss relevant early development data with external medical and scientific experts optimizing the feasibility process for the clinical trial conduct
- Identify and regularly engage with clinical experts in relevant TAs to obtain guidance relevant to clinical trial execution
- Ensure site staff at main site and referral centres are properly trained on the scientific background of the trial
- Act as subject matter expert within relevant TAs
- Provide leadership in the scientific community within New Therapy Areas conducting advisory boards, scientific meetings, engaging with local associations for HCPs on relevant topics
- Support ad hoc requests by providing scientific and medical responses to requests from KOLs, HCPs, site staff, clinical operations staff and other stakeholders in a timely manner
- Contribute to delivering successful clinical trials (phase I-IV) in collaboration with clinical operations including driving scientific discussions at site selection and initiation visits, performing ad hoc visits, supporting attendance at investigator meetings, ensuring KOL inclusion in clinical trials, and engaging key investigators to communicate trial results
- Provides comprehensive expertise and guidance in the Therapeutic Area and local constrains strategies on a medical nature to set up clinical study.
- Contribute to scientific retention and recruitment (SRR) activities at local level
- Ensure continuous dialogue with investigators, site staff and other relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth study conduct and to collect timely and relevant insights throughout the duration of the study
- Support process on Investigator Sponsored studies by contributing to evaluation of proposals and ensuring follow-up after approval in close collaboration with local Medical Affairs team
- Provide timely guidance and internal training by supporting training creation and delivering training to clinical staff
- Serves as the reference person for medical input and support to the local operations; supports other IO-SO Clinical Development functions, so that the appropriate patients in the geographic area of responsibility may have access to the benefit of Sponsor product(s).
Qualifications
- MD or PhD in healthcare with strong clinical and preferably research background
- ≥3 years of clinical or pharmaceutical industry experience
- Solid experience with human healthcare research either from university or pharmaceutical industry
- Expert in therapeutic area of relevance, preferably with authorship in peer-reviewed journals
- Understanding the specificities and nuances of the local healthcare infrastructure
- Understanding of pharmaceutical drug development
- Experience as clinical trial investigator or sub-investigator is preferred
Company
As the largest global provider of Functional Service Provision (FSP) with over 90 partnerships and 14,000+ employees, we have deployed FSP solutions across all major functions, from clinical monitoring and project management through data management, statistical programming, and beyond.
ICON Strategic Solutions teams are embedded in our clients' businesses, working as a dedicated resource within some of the world’s leading Pharmaceutical & Biotech companies. You will play a key role in helping to deliver cutting-edge research, working on novel therapies that deliver real impact.
Why choose a career with ICON Strategic Solutions?
Meaningful Work: You’ll contribute to cutting-edge projects that have a real impact on global healthcare. Your work will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of medicine and improving patient lives.
Collaborative Environment: We foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that thrives on teamwork, diversity, and knowledge sharing. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with industry-leading experts, learning from their experiences and growing both professionally and personally.
Innovative Technologies: At ICON Strategic Solutions, we embrace the latest technologies and tools to enhance our capabilities. You'll have access to state-of-the-art software and resources, empowering you to deliver high-quality results efficiently.
Career Growth: We value our employees and invest in their professional development. You'll have access to comprehensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and a clear career progression path. We believe in recognizing and rewarding exceptional performance, providing ample scope for advancement within the organization.
Global Reach: Joining ICON Strategic Solutions means being part of a truly global company. With service capabilities in 92 countries, you'll have the chance to collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and gain exposure to projects with a global reach.
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