JOB SUMMARY:

As a field-based medical expert, the MSL supports ARS’s products and therapeutic areas by advancing scientific and collaborative relationships and acting as a conduit for timely knowledge exchange with key members of external healthcare communities and internal stakeholders towards optimized patient outcomes. The MSL function in general is knowledge-based, anchored in educating internal and external stakeholders on the science behind, and safe and appropriate use of our products. The MSL supports the generation of medical-scientific knowledge and applies subject matter expertise and experience to special projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Acquire and maintain a level of medical-scientific knowledge in the assigned therapeutic area(s) and/or disease state(s) related to ARS products. Accurately and compliantly interpret and disseminate balanced and factual scientific, clinical, and health economic data. Gather and evaluate new information as it applies to ARS products and areas of therapeutic interest.
• Leads efforts in recognizing, identifying, cultivating, and integrating KOL relationships in specific therapeutic areas of interest to ARS Commercial Operations. Identifies opportunities for scientific growth and generation of medical evidence in support and/or expansion of current utilization of therapies and execution of mutual interest initiatives such as research and continuing medical education (CME).
• Identifies, develops, and manages KOL relationships on a continuum of advocacy in support of company objectives and enhancing ARS’s reputation as a scientifically innovative industry partner.
• Tactical delivery of programs according to established objectives and serves as a resource for education and dissemination of pertinent, clear, and balanced medical-scientific information to internal audiences (Marketing, Medical Affairs, Clinical research, R&D and Sales) and external audiences (healthcare professionals, consumers, patient organizations, distributors, etc.).
• Provide areas of interest and general high-level information regarding ARS’s Investigator Study (IIS) program process in response to unsolicited requests. Monitor and communicate progress for those IISs approved and supported.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Doctoral level degree in a medical and or scientific field preferred. 
• RN and/or MSN degree with strong relevant experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry required.
• You demonstrate outstanding knowledge of the MSL function, medical planning, and key medical expert engagement.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to travel 60%-75% of time, including overnights and weekends as necessary.
• Customer Focus
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated relationship builder.
• Must have a style that promotes respect, credibility, and trust throughout the organization.
• Must be able to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a dynamic, field-based environment. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently (Remote position).
• Strong presentation and writing skills.
• Results oriented and self-motivated.

Disclaimer: Please note that this position could be contingent on FDA approval of neffy® (ARS-1) epinephrine nasal spray.