Senior Medical Science Liaison - AIR, Central
Date : Oct 18, 2024
Department : Medical Affairs
Job Type : Direct Employee
Team : Mktg, Market Access, Bus. Excellence & Med. Affair
Contract Type : Permanent
Location : Kansas City, KS, US
Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused pharmaceuticals and healthcare group with over 85 years experience, operating in 30 countries with more than 6,000 employees (Chiesi Group). To achieve its mission of improving peoples quality of life by acting responsibly towards society and the environment, the Group research, develops and markets innovative drugs in its three therapeutic areas :
products and services that promote respiration, from new-born to adult populations),RAREtreatment for patients with rare and ultra-rare diseases) andE (products and services that support special care and consumer-facing self-care).We are proud to be the largest global pharmaceutical group to be awarded
B Corp Certificationa recognition ofhigh social and environmental standards.We are areliablecompany that adopts and promotestransparent ethical behaviorat all levels.We are committed to
embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities.In fact, we are a global family made up of different cultures, different genders, generations, ethnicities, abilities, sexual identities and many other enriching diversities.Chiesi USA_Chiesi USA is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and promoting products for the hospital, adjacent specialty and rare disease markets. We are a B Corp and Benefit company awarded Top Employer status for six consecutive years and certified as a Great Place to Work.
At Chiesi, we share an entrepreneurial spirit and act as a force for good, pursuing high social and environmental standards, to ensure the wellbeing of our people, patients, and communities. We offer a work environment where professionals have the opportunity to build a purposeful career focused on helping others while achieving a fulfilling work-life balance, meeting exciting challenges, and engaging in important and rewarding work.
What we offer_Chiesi offers competitive benefits, services, and programs that enrich the personal and professional lives of our employees. Our shared values of passion, innovation, trust and integrity bring out the individual talents and diverse perspectives of each of our colleagues. Our environment encourages each individual to reach his or her full potential and drive outstanding results. We celebrate that Every one of us is different. Every one of us is Chiesi.
Who we are looking for_PurposeThe Senior Medical Science Liaison has the primary responsibility of building key opinion leader (KOL) partnerships by engaging in the exchange of scientific data and other medical and / or scientific information with external stakeholders (HCPs, researchers, professional organization leadership, patient advocacy groups, and formulary decision-makers) in the assigned Therapeutic Areas (TAs) -Respiratory (COPD / Asthma) across the aligned geography. Scientific engagements include establishing and maintaining educational and research collaborations; delivery of clinical, scientific, and technical education; building long term peer to peer relationships with key stakeholders by establishing rapport, providing scientific education and listening with true curiosity to bring the customers voice into our organization in a robust manner.
Must reside in states : ND, SD, MN, WI, NE, KS, CO, IA, IL, MO, AR, LA, OK, TX, NM
Main ResponsibilitiesScientific Exchange, advice seeking and clinical development support :
Build external partnerships with recognized community and academic medical center KOLs to identify and address scientific needs and to stay abreast of current scientific trends in assigned Therapeutic Area.Identify and develop key thought leaders (global, national, regional, and local) for medical education, clinical research and publication opportunitiesCultivate existing and identify new collaborative KOL relationships for advisory boards, company-sponsored, investigator-initiated research, and speaker developmentProvide beliefs, information, and thoughts of KOLs to field managers and team for elevation within organizationIdentify opportunities and provide medical support including scientific education to healthcare professionals (HCPs) at key institutionsFoster professional relationships in key institutions for Chiesi USA within an assigned geographyRecognize opportunities to facilitate cross-functional engagement based on customer needsIdentify and characterize need within therapeutic area related to real world evidenceRepresent Chiesi USA Medical Affairs at national, regional, and local scientific meetingsProvide field-based medical affairs assistance for clinical research initiatives supported by Company, related to Investigator Initiated trials, or collaborative initiativesDeliver high-caliber medical education presentations in a variety of settingsGather and disseminate competitive intelligence from multiple sources in accordance with Company policiesParticipate in internal therapeutic advisory groupsPartner and plan with business partners in assigned region, to ensure alignment and to optimize customer experienceTherapeutic Support, Internal Collaboration and Project Work :
Lead and support internal medical projects aligned to development planSupport cross-functional projects and streamline medical inputParticipate and contribute to publication planning, clinical research, medical education material development, as well as internal training initiativesContribute to monthly medical meetings including journal clubs and team meetingsSupport new team members through mentoring and onboarding partnership activitiesAdministrative Work :
Accurate and timely completion of documentation of field activities, expense reporting and administrative reportsComplete required training on time and in full including assessment with an acceptable scoreTake personal responsibility to continue to learn in order to maintain high level expertise in the assigned therapeutic area(s) and maintain any professional licensing / certificationsExperience RequiredPost-graduate residency training along with 3-5 years clinical experience relevant to the Respiratory Therapeutic Area assigned to the prospective candidate (exception for PhD candidates with requisite experience)-Must have Respiratory experience in Asthma / COPDBuilds and leverages strategic internal and external relationships to identify potential opportunities and partnerships to provide value and improve quality of care for providers and patientsWork effectively on diverse, multidisciplinary teams to achieve desired outcomes through emphasizing team over self.Demonstrates discipline and resilience through skillful planning, prioritization, and an ability to execute multiple responsibilities with minimal supervision in a highly dynamic work environmentHigh self-awareness and good people sense, maintains a growth mindset, positive attitude, and demonstrates flexibility during challenging situationsDemonstration of scientific and clinical expertise in therapeutic area, including exceptional clinical, pharmacoeconomic and real-world evidence knowledge and business acumenExceptional written and verbal Communication skills :Highly articulate and persuasive during formal and informal presentations; able to convey complex, scientific ideas fluently to any audienceHas the ability to tactfully challenge national, regional, local key opinion leaders, and HCPsActively listens to understand, with true curiosity, to others, rather than listening to respondAble to ask insightful questions that enhance understanding of others point of viewAdept at confidently stating expert opinion while respecting the positions of others - can exert diplomacy while standing firmly on evidence-based positionsUtilizes effective, professional communications to cultivate strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and colleagues and external customersBilingual (Spanish) preferredEducationCompletion of a graduate level degree (PharmD, MD, DO, DNP, PhD, MSN, MS or equivalent healthcare professional degree) along with relevant clinical experience
Chiesi USA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work force at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of ones employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits and termination.
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