Assoc. Dir., Medical Science Liaison, MI/IN/KY

Role Summary

Assoc. Dir., Medical Science Liaison, MI/IN/KY – The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based medical/scientific expert focused on non-promotional engagement with healthcare providers, providing medical education, responding to unsolicited medical information requests, understanding the therapeutic landscape, and supporting research collaborations across the oncology portfolio. Territory includes Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, with focus on Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPNs) and Graft-Versus Host Disease (GVHD).

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 aligned with company objectives
• Represents the primary territory contact for the investigator-sponsored trial program, facilitating the process from concept submission through publication
• Identifies and communicates key clinical and research insights from oncology leaders to help shape company research and ensure safe use of products
• Maintains high level of clinical and scientific expertise through ongoing training, conferences, workshops, and literature review
• 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 experience in biotech/pharmaceutical industry 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 processes, and OIG guidelines
• Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills
• Strong problem solving, decision-making, and negotiation skills
• Strategic thinking with ability to apply knowledge and analytical skills
• Ability to summarize complex scientific information and present clearly to varied audiences
• Ability to network and partner with external customers including thought leaders, academic institutions, research consortia, and practice networks
• Team player with cross-functional collaboration
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to handle challenges within scope of authority
• Deep therapeutic competency and awareness of trends in the field
• Approximately 50-60% domestic travel is required

Skills

• Strategic collaboration and stakeholder management
• Medical education and information delivery
• Clinical research coordination and mentorship
• Scientific communication and presentation
• Regulatory and compliance awareness

Education

• Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, or MD) as specified above