Medical Science Liaison, New England
Intercept Pharmaceuticals, United States
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
As Intercept continues to build its position as the leader in rare and serious liver disease, we are seeking a Medical Science Liaison. The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based Medical Affairs professional and is primarily responsible for scientific exchange with thought leaders and other HCPs in their territory. The MSL will serve as a resource and scientific expert in rare and serious liver disease and associated treatments, including those of Intercept Pharmaceuticals, advancing Intercept’s medical and scientific program aligned with corporate goals and objectives.
The New England MSL is responsible for covering the following geographical area: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island and upstate New York.
CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
The successful candidate must be able to perform each of the following satisfactorily, with or without an accommodation:
• Identify, gain access to, and develop professional relationships with thought leaders, active and potential study investigators, providers at academic and non-academic institutions and professional organizations within assigned geography
• Demonstrate an astute ability to effectively articulate relevant scientific and clinical information relative to therapeutic area and Intercept’s product life cycle to HCPs and researchers
• Engage in and respond to clinical inquiries with scientifically accurate and unbiased discussions while maintaining a high standard of integrity and professionalism in full compliance with company policies
• Utilize scientific resources to deliver impactful presentations in a variety of different settings, including, but not limited to, advisory boards, patient advocacy group engagements, and payer interactions
• Support research initiatives across development; provide support to clinical site investigators as needed
• Serve as a liaison between key corporate functional areas and HCPs who express interest in conducting investigator-initiated research, to facilitate review and consideration of research proposals
• Provide accurate, unbiased assessment of community needs to senior management
• Maintain clinical, scientific, and technical expertise in specific therapeutic area through continuous learning and knowledge of the therapeutic area-related scientific literature
• Attend and support scientific/professional meetings/conferences consistent with areas of therapeutic responsibility
• Work collaboratively with Intercept personnel across functional areas, including but not limited to Medical Affairs, Clinical Research and Commercial organizations
• Serve, as needed, as a scientific resource to support activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and training initiatives
• Understand the legal and compliance environment and drive collaboration with the Legal and Compliance team
• Drive the spirit of ONE Team across all functions by supporting a team approach to focus on our patients and customers as our top priorities
• Make Intercept a truly desired place to work
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Advanced biomedical sciences degree (MD, DO, PharmD, PhD) preferred
• Biomedical sciences degree (NP, PA, RPh) or Master’s degree in healthcare-related study (Nursing, Health Policy) accepted
• Experience in designated therapeutic (gastroenterology/hepatology) area preferred
• 3+ years of clinical, scientific/research, or industry-related experience required (or equivalent)
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
• Must have knowledge of and be willing to comply with all regulatory/compliance policies consistent with position
• Must maintain comprehensive proficiencies with Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and associated applications
• Excellent organization and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills are required
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and problem-solving capabilities
• Proven meeting planning skills
• Ability to work effectively across a matrix organization
• Ability to work independently and prioritize with minimal daily instruction
• Ability to think strategically in order to improve current processes
• Ability to complete goals within allotted timeframes and deliver high quality results
• Ability to travel (up to 70%)
• Learning agility and ‘scalability’ to take on increasing responsibility as Intercept grows
• Consistent demonstration and embodiment of company core values: Come Together, Be Yourself, Own the Solution, Embrace the Challenge, and Keep Exploring
• Understanding the legal and compliance environment
• Ability to have fun