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Medical Science Liaison/Medical Advisor Oncology

Employer
Thornshaw Recruitment
Location
Dublin (County), Leinster (IE)
Salary
Negotiable
Start date
19 Jan 2023
Closing date
7 Feb 2023

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Job Details

On behalf of our client, a global pharmaceutical company, we are currently recruiting for a Medical Advisor/Medical Science Liaison Oncology. This will be for Dublin and some other counties outside of Dublin.

The Position

The Medical Advisor (MA)/Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a non-promotional role which demonstrates mastery and innovation in the ability to develop on-going professional relationships with national and regional healthcare opinion leaders and healthcare professionals, and to provide medical and scientific support in selected therapeutic areas. Within the agreed strategy, the MA/MSL educates healthcare professionals, internal colleagues (e.g. Medical, Marketing, and Sales), and decision makers in healthcare systems regarding therapeutic areas and related products and services. The MA/MSL identifies and establishes networks for most effective and efficient medical-scientific communication. 

To maximize company product value through high scientific quality communication with leading specialists on a peer-to-peer basis. Through activities in line with the Medical Affairs Plan, the MA/MSL is jointly responsible for the realization of short-term and long-term company goals. 

The MA/MSL role is divided into two responsibilities, namely MSL Oncology for a percentage of 60% and MA for a percentage of 40%. This is an indicative allocation and can change slightly per week if the work requires it.

Roles and Responsibilities Liaises with thought leaders and medical centres to enhance acceptance and advocacy of company contributions to advancing medical practice (products, evidence and services) within the scientific community

  • Based on pre-defined segmentation and profiling criteria, identifies and maps qualified thought leaders and scientific networks on an international, national and regional level
  • Develop and execute an external stakeholder engagement plan in close collaboration and coordination with the respective cluster organization in Medical Affairs, Commercial and Market Access
  • Builds rapport and maintains peer to peer relationships with key influencers at major academic institutions, hospitals and scientific societies
  • Support speakers and key influencers in preparing and delivering presentations and scientific contributions upon request, e.g. accompanies to international and national congresses and scientific events
  • Ensures medical value messages on the products/areas of therapeutic interest are conveyed and advocacy for company contributions to medical practice (products, studies and services) is developed
  • Enhances company reputation in terms of medical and scientific expertise by engaging and discussing with thought leaders and key influencers on a high scientific level. Communicate non-promotional general information about our company, including pipeline, research and development programs and other relevant information
  • Reactively and balanced advise thought leaders and clinicians on questions relating to product use (within and outside of the approved label) to better serve patient needs and in compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations
  • Use digital technologies and new media to support proactive and reactive communication Develops and implements medical education programs across the scientific community Identifies topics of interest among the scientific community by capturing customer insights and needs and effectively engages with collaborative clinical groups to define medical programs and activities where appropriate
  • Effectively collaborates with medical department to develop supporting content for medical education programs
  • Is able to conduct scientific education programs in line with corporate requirements and ensure the validity of the scientific content
  • Effectively communicates expert opinion on scientific, medical and regulatory information through Ad boards or seminars and develops strong scientific relationships by ensuring integrity and accuracy of data
  • Organization and participation in medical education activities: identify/support/educate speakers

Requirements:

Essential 

  • Physician (preferred), pharmacist (preferred), PhD in biomedical sciences or similar. 
  • Experience working in a Medical Advisor/MSL role, clinical research or similar role where there is strong evidence of gaining healthcare professional insight and providing medical input into brand strategy.
  • Oncology experience highly desired
  • Ability to quickly and comprehensively learn about new therapy areas and environments.
  • Knowledge of the Healthcare System and the pharmaceutical industry. 
  • Knowledge of local and EU regulations e.g. GVP, GCP.
  • Knowledge of clinical trial design and process.  Knowledge of statistical methods.
  • Experience of working effectively in cross-functional teams, preferably in a matrixorganisation.
  • Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with External Experts. 
  • Demonstrated ability to write scientific publications. Advanced presentation skills.
  • Advanced user of Microsoft Office software products. Located between Dublin and Cork

 Desirable 

  • Experience in Oncology Disease Areas
  • Innovative approaches to managing external customers and internal partners
  • Leading edge approaches to capturing customer insights
  • Previous experience of leading and managing teams Knowledge of key markets research terms and modes of analysis 
  • Knowledge of pharmacoeconomics and experience of contribution to HTA dossiers

For full details contact Linda at +353 1 2784701 or email your CV to ldunne@thornshaw.com. Thornshaw Scientific is a division of the CPL Group www.thornshaw.com

 

Company

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Thornshaw Scientific Recruitment was first established in 1999 and since then has become a leader in Scientific recruitment.  In 2005 we partnered with Cpl Resources, one of Europe’s most successful recruitment companies.

Our wealth of experience in specialised recruitment allows us to offer the right solution to each employer, whatever their recruitment requirements.

Over the years we have developed strong relationships with our clients in the market and we pride ourselves on our repeat business from clients.

Our Industries

We are a global provider and have been providing a reputable recruitment service to the Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Clinical Research, Medical Device, Engineering and Healthcare industries for over 20 years. 

Our Specialities

Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Biostatistics, QC, Validation.

Our Mission

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For further details on our services contact Tina at +353 1 2784701 or email tdunne@thornshaw.com

 

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