Medical Science Liaison or Sr. MSL (Mid-Atlantic)

COMPANY :

At BioCryst, we are passionate about advancing novel therapeutics for patients with rare and serious diseases. Our structure-guided drug design process leads us to the discovery and development of novel small-molecule drugs. We integrate traditional biology and medicinal chemistry along with a wide array of advanced technologies to understand the three-dimensional structures of active sites of target enzymes. Our scientists then design molecular structures to create bespoke drugs for patients. We focus on therapeutic areas with either no available treatments or large unmet patient needs. BioCryst's US headquarters are located in Durham, North Carolina, our European headquarters in Dublin, Ireland and our Discovery Center of Excellence in Birmingham, Alabama. We are proud of our culture of engagement and accountability that rewards people for innovative thinking and achievement of key objectives. For more information, please visit the Company's website at www.biocryst.com.

JOB SUMMARY :

BioCryst Pharmaceuticals is seeking an experienced Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join our US Medical Affairs team. As a field-based MSL you will be a true scientific, medical expert and an extension of BioCryst Medical Affairs. You will build and facilitate strategic peer-to-peer relationships with key Health Care Providers (HCP) in the assigned region. You will be providing credible and unbiased scientific information, identifying and executing the strategic Medical Affairs Plan and supporting home office medical activities. Candidate must reside in a state within the Mid-Atlantic region : MD, VA, DC, WV, KY, TN, NC #LI-Remote

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Develop and demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of BioCryst, its products, as well as current medical / scientific research & publications
• Establish BioCryst's Medical Affairs presence in the medical community through long-term and valued scientific relationships with thought leaders, the medical community, and patient organizations
• Represent BioCryst at all scientifically and medically relevant events in the designated geographical area
• Provide medical / scientific presentations to internal and external groups
• Provide internal stakeholders with feedback and insights from field interactions and discussions with Health Care Professionals
• Provide support at professional meetings and congresses, collecting insights and competitive intelligence, and developing tools that support medical functions at the meeting
• Maintain clinical, scientific, and technical expertise in rare disease therapeutic areas
• Review scientific journals and attend scientific and key technical meetings
• Respond to and document unsolicited requests for scientific information for BioCryst products, including those in development
• Share clinical and value-based expertise in the development and management of clinical and scientific communications for customers, including publications, conference data, and educational materials, as well as for internal BioCryst communications and materials to be used in training and development activities
• Participate in the planning and execution of advisory board meetings including objectives, content development and delivery of clinical presentations when needed
• Support clinical initiatives including site identification and feasibility, trial recruitment, registry and presentation of approved data if needed
• Support commercial team functions by facilitating internal training and scientific material review, assisting with speaker programs, and providing competitive insights into therapeutic area planning
• Adhere to corporate and healthcare compliance guidance in all activities

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS :

The statements in this position description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The manager may assign additional responsibilities and assignments from time to time.

BioCryst is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veterans status, disability and / or other protected class characteristics. Additionally, BioCryst is committed to achieving its business objectives in compliance with all federal, state and local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)