Assoc. Dir., Med. Science Liaisons, MPN/GVHD, IL/IA

Role Summary

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based medical/scientific expert focused on non-promotional engagement with healthcare providers, providing medical and scientific education on appropriate uses of Incyte marketed products, responding to unsolicited requests for medical information, understanding the evolving therapeutic landscape, and supporting research collaborations across the Incyte oncology portfolio. This position focuses on Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPNs) and Graft-Versus Host Disease (GVHD). Territory includes Illinois and Iowa.

Responsibilities

• Identifies, establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with key investigators, institutions, groups and consortia strategic to the safe and effective use of company products
• Provides education to the medical community on Incyte products and disease areas of focus
• Provides responses to unsolicited requests for medical information, often in collaboration with Medical Information Services personnel
• Increases company visibility and enhances professional interaction with current and future oncology leaders
• Identifies clinical research opportunities that are consistent with company objectives
• Represents the primary territory contact for the investigator-sponsored trial program, facilitating from concept submission through publication
• Identifies and communicates key clinical and research insights from oncology leaders to help shape company research and ensure safe and appropriate use of Incyte marketed products
• Maintains a high level of clinical and scientific expertise through ongoing training and self-education, including attendance at conferences, workshops, and publications
• Gathers and disseminates competitive intelligence in a compliant manner
• Mentors other MSL team members and participates in cross-functional US Medical Affairs teams
• Executes administrative aspects of regional field activities
• Contributes to and provides medical leadership for US Medical Affairs and Development programs/projects
• Ensures compliance with Incyte policies and SOPs and USMA guidelines
• Maintains independence and integrity of the USMA function when engaging with stakeholders
• Completes accurate and timely administrative reports, project plans, and required documentation requests

Qualifications

• An advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, or MD) with prior biotech/pharmaceutical industry experience is strongly preferred
• Prior MSL or relevant experience is strongly preferred
• Minimum of 5 years hematology/oncology experience is strongly preferred
• Clinical research experience is preferred
• Knowledge of treatment guidelines, FDA regulations, CMS reimbursement process, and OIG guidelines
• Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills
• Strong problem solving, decision-making, and negotiation skills
• Ability to think strategically and apply knowledge and analytical skills
• Ability to summarize complex scientific information clearly and accurately for diverse audiences
• Ability to network with external customers, including medical thought leaders, academic institutions, research consortia, and practice networks
• Team player with cross-functional collaboration
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to handle challenges within authority
• Deep therapeutic competency and awareness of trends in the therapeutic/translational science area
• Approximately 50-60% domestic travel is required