Medical Science Liaison Dermatology Central
Takeda
2 months ago
Remote friendly (United States)
United States
$127,000 - $173,800 USD yearly
Medical Affairs
PURPOSE
The Medical Science Liaison supports medical and business strategies for compounds through field-based activities aligned to overall medical goals and objectives. Establishes Takeda’s presence with thought leaders and academic institutions in defined geographies for assigned therapeutic areas.
Key responsibilities
- Provide medical insights, intelligence, and recommendations from the field to support development and life-cycle management of Takeda compounds.
- Offer medical and scientific expertise to commercial partners as needed within regulatory guidelines.
- Compliantly connect customers to Takeda to advance medical strategy and improve patient outcomes.
Key job accountabilities (minimum 80% externally focused KOL/HCP activities)
- Build and maintain professional relationships with KOLs/HCPs per territory plans developed by the Field Medical Lead.
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of assigned disease areas/products and the therapeutic area competitor landscape.
- Analyze and interpret complex scientific information and disseminate it to KOLs/HCPs in a compliant, fair-balanced, non-misleading manner.
- Support strategically aligned Takeda-sponsored research; assist with facilitation of medical collaborative studies and investigator-initiated research.
- Collect, interpret, and internally communicate medical insights from KOLs/HCPs to inform/refine medical strategies and tactics.
- Execute field-based medical education programs; support advisory boards as needed.
- Identify and facilitate partnership opportunities between KOLs/HCPs and Takeda.
- Participate in executing medical strategy at medical conferences (e.g., booth activities, interactions with KOLs/HCPs, cover key sessions, internal communication of insights).
- Compliantly address unsolicited requests for medical information from HCPs and related stakeholders.
- Ensure MSL metrics (quantitative and qualitative) are achieved.
- Complete required customer activity documentation (e.g., CRM entries/insights capture), training, expense reporting, and administrative responsibilities in a timely, accurate, compliant manner.
- Assist with clinical education, publications, communications, training, and advisory programs.
- Assist in identifying/evaluating/screening qualified research sites; support clinical trial sites per the Enterprise Engagement Model.
- Provide subject matter expertise and clinical/scientific education for cross-functional partners.
- Perform all company business in full compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., IMC, PAAB), policies/procedures, and industry/legal requirements.
Competencies (skills/knowledge)
Occupational knowledge and skills
- Solid scientific background; ability to think strategically and critically.
- Therapeutic area knowledge (prior experience preferred).
- Ability to communicate using highly technical/scientific language with thought leaders and internal/external stakeholders.
- Firm understanding of pre-clinical and clinical drug development phases/processes/techniques.
- Understanding of Canadian healthcare infrastructure and relevant legislation/codes/guidelines; competitor activities; market dynamics.
- Strong business acumen.
- Self-motivated and self-directed; proven teamwork, leadership, timely decision-making, and results orientation.
- Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to influence without authority and build relationships with decision-makers.
- Excellent presentation skills.
Digital competencies
- Collect/analyze/interpret data to inform decisions and drive outcomes.
- Work effectively in virtual/remote settings using digital collaboration tools (e.g., MS Teams).
- Leverage digital tools/platforms/AI and Microsoft Office to communicate and perform tasks efficiently.
- Understand cybersecurity threats and best practices to protect sensitive information/systems.
Education, licenses/certifications, experience
- Advanced degree required (MD, PharmD, or PhD); years of experience may be considered depending on relevant pharmaceutical industry experience and/or clinical work/research/academic endeavors.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry and/or relevant clinical experience (or equivalent combination).
- Therapeutic area experience is an asset.
- Bilingual (English/French) preferred.
Travel requirements
- Field-based position; travel to meetings/client sites including overnight trips; some international travel may be required.
Location
- CAN – Remote (Ontario).
Benefits (Canada-based employees; eligibility varies)
- Short-term and/or long-term incentives; fitness/internet subsidies.
- Medical/dental/vision insurance; basic life and AD&D insurance.
- RRSP participation; company match into DPSP (if eligible).
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Annual vacation entitlement; additional paid time off and company holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Well-being benefits.
Application instructions (as stated)
- By clicking the “Apply” button, confirm understanding of the application process and that submitted information will be processed per Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use.
The Medical Science Liaison supports medical and business strategies for compounds through field-based activities aligned to overall medical goals and objectives. Establishes Takeda’s presence with thought leaders and academic institutions in defined geographies for assigned therapeutic areas.
Key responsibilities
- Provide medical insights, intelligence, and recommendations from the field to support development and life-cycle management of Takeda compounds.
- Offer medical and scientific expertise to commercial partners as needed within regulatory guidelines.
- Compliantly connect customers to Takeda to advance medical strategy and improve patient outcomes.
Key job accountabilities (minimum 80% externally focused KOL/HCP activities)
- Build and maintain professional relationships with KOLs/HCPs per territory plans developed by the Field Medical Lead.
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of assigned disease areas/products and the therapeutic area competitor landscape.
- Analyze and interpret complex scientific information and disseminate it to KOLs/HCPs in a compliant, fair-balanced, non-misleading manner.
- Support strategically aligned Takeda-sponsored research; assist with facilitation of medical collaborative studies and investigator-initiated research.
- Collect, interpret, and internally communicate medical insights from KOLs/HCPs to inform/refine medical strategies and tactics.
- Execute field-based medical education programs; support advisory boards as needed.
- Identify and facilitate partnership opportunities between KOLs/HCPs and Takeda.
- Participate in executing medical strategy at medical conferences (e.g., booth activities, interactions with KOLs/HCPs, cover key sessions, internal communication of insights).
- Compliantly address unsolicited requests for medical information from HCPs and related stakeholders.
- Ensure MSL metrics (quantitative and qualitative) are achieved.
- Complete required customer activity documentation (e.g., CRM entries/insights capture), training, expense reporting, and administrative responsibilities in a timely, accurate, compliant manner.
- Assist with clinical education, publications, communications, training, and advisory programs.
- Assist in identifying/evaluating/screening qualified research sites; support clinical trial sites per the Enterprise Engagement Model.
- Provide subject matter expertise and clinical/scientific education for cross-functional partners.
- Perform all company business in full compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., IMC, PAAB), policies/procedures, and industry/legal requirements.
Competencies (skills/knowledge)
Occupational knowledge and skills
- Solid scientific background; ability to think strategically and critically.
- Therapeutic area knowledge (prior experience preferred).
- Ability to communicate using highly technical/scientific language with thought leaders and internal/external stakeholders.
- Firm understanding of pre-clinical and clinical drug development phases/processes/techniques.
- Understanding of Canadian healthcare infrastructure and relevant legislation/codes/guidelines; competitor activities; market dynamics.
- Strong business acumen.
- Self-motivated and self-directed; proven teamwork, leadership, timely decision-making, and results orientation.
- Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to influence without authority and build relationships with decision-makers.
- Excellent presentation skills.
Digital competencies
- Collect/analyze/interpret data to inform decisions and drive outcomes.
- Work effectively in virtual/remote settings using digital collaboration tools (e.g., MS Teams).
- Leverage digital tools/platforms/AI and Microsoft Office to communicate and perform tasks efficiently.
- Understand cybersecurity threats and best practices to protect sensitive information/systems.
Education, licenses/certifications, experience
- Advanced degree required (MD, PharmD, or PhD); years of experience may be considered depending on relevant pharmaceutical industry experience and/or clinical work/research/academic endeavors.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry and/or relevant clinical experience (or equivalent combination).
- Therapeutic area experience is an asset.
- Bilingual (English/French) preferred.
Travel requirements
- Field-based position; travel to meetings/client sites including overnight trips; some international travel may be required.
Location
- CAN – Remote (Ontario).
Benefits (Canada-based employees; eligibility varies)
- Short-term and/or long-term incentives; fitness/internet subsidies.
- Medical/dental/vision insurance; basic life and AD&D insurance.
- RRSP participation; company match into DPSP (if eligible).
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Annual vacation entitlement; additional paid time off and company holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Well-being benefits.
Application instructions (as stated)
- By clicking the “Apply” button, confirm understanding of the application process and that submitted information will be processed per Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use.