What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Medical Science Liaison- Oncology-East position at Catalyst Pharmaceuticals?
The Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) will build and maintain relationships with key oncology healthcare providers and decision-makers in the SCLC space. The candidate will deliver presentations and engage in strategic discussions on Catalyst's products, covering medical, clinical, health economics, and outcomes research data. They will interact with healthcare professionals, including physicians, researchers, medical and pharmacy directors, hospital decision-makers, formulary committees, consultant pharmacists, state Medicaid decision-makers and others.This is a remote position covering the East geography. Potential candidates should reside in the East region and have access to major airports in preferred cities of Chicago, Philadelphia, New York, Boston, Washington DC, Atlanta or Miami.RequirementsResponsibilities (including but not limited to) : Identify, develop, and maintain collaborative relationships with current and future KOLs, scientific experts, cooperative study groups and study sitesCollaborate with key professionals at the national, regional, and local level, educating them with current, fair-balanced medical, scientific and pharmacoeconomic information regarding Catalyst's various therapiesIncrease awareness of our marketed product(s) allowing the key healthcare professionals to make informed therapeutic decisionsAssist in the preparation and execution of regional and / or national advisory board meetings for marketed and pipeline assets, including delivering compelling presentations, assisting with slide preparation / review, and facilitating interactive discussion groupsOffer resources for presenting medical information, enabling feedback from decision makers on the effectiveness of our product and its market comparisonProvide targeted internal SCLC training on selected topics (e.g., study updates, congress news, latest scientific developments); implement and disseminate high-quality medical and scientific educational programs; deliver clinical and scientific presentations at sites / hospitalsFacilitate Catalyst-sponsored clinical trials on-site through scientific presentations and discussions to build interest and provide study design feedback; understand trial / referral networks, identify enrollment barriers, and participate in investigator meetings per approved strategyExpedite the development and collection of quality data for pipeline assets and our marketed productManage oncology projects from start to finish as directed by the medical affairs directorContribute clinical and value-based insights to Catalyst communications and materials, and assist in training new associates, including medical science liaisons and regional account managersReview and coordinate oncology-based IIS and screening / clinical pathway updates in the oncology space as it relates to Catalyst products Education / Experience / Skills : Advanced degree in medical / biosciences (M.D., Ph.D., Pharm.D., DPH, Ed.D.)5 years in clinical research / academia, pharmacy, life sciences, biotech or pharma industry (including relevant fellowships)3 years of MSL experience in Oncology and Rare Disease, with a focus on medical affairsProven oncology relationships in the SCLC therapeutic areaKnowledge of the pharmaceutical corporate environment and appreciation for Commercial Operations, including Marketing and Sales strategiesStrong scientific and pharmaceutical knowledge, with excellent presentation and teaching skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills; confident in discussing drug information and disease state managementWillingness to work cross-functionally and compliantly within the organizationAbility to lead and motivate team members without direct reporting relationships, including training and mentoring new MSLsProven ability to assess issues and think strategicallyEEO StatementCatalyst Pharmaceuticals is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status.Recruitment & Staffing AgenciesCatalyst Pharmaceuticals does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agency resumes will only be accepted if the agency is formally engaged by Catalyst Human Resources.
