Medical Science Liaison - Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth

Role Summary

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based scientific expert that executes Pacira’s medical affairs strategy. This individual is responsible for identifying and fostering professional relationships with national, regional, and local key opinion leaders (KOLs) who are involved in clinical practice and research activities within a specified territory. The primary role of the MSL is to conduct scientific exchange with Health Care Providers (HCPs), communicate clinical and business insights to Pacira, and support evidence generation initiatives in the assigned therapeutic area(s) within a specified territory.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop and manage relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and other prominent HCPs as they relate to both Pacira marketed and pipeline products.
• Engage in scientific exchange with KOLs and HCPs regarding the efficacy, safety and value of Pacira‚Äôs products and related clinical practice trends.
• Provide scientific/educational presentations to internal and external customers to promote disease state awareness and the appropriate use of Pacira‚Äôs products.
• Respond to unsolicited requests for information, including scientific literature, protocols/guidelines, and peer to peer connections according to Pacira‚Äôs compliance policies.
• Identify, collect, and communicate insights related to competitor medical information, research, and clinical practice trends, including key insights from medical conferences.
• Engage with HCPs regarding the clinical and economic value of Pacira‚Äôs products in support of healthcare system formulary evaluations, drug/device outcome evaluations, and quality improvement projects.
• Facilitate discussions between KOLs and Pacira HQ regarding unsolicited request for assistance with research grant submission and publications.
• Support internal interdepartmental needs as related to product life-cycle management, successfully connecting KOLs internally to serve as advisors, investigators, expert speakers, or clinical consultants
• Maintain clinical, scientific, and value expertise in relevant product and disease state areas.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the critical evaluation of scientific literature and clinical trial methodology.
• Successfully complete required therapeutic training and demonstrate competency in communicating information in support of the surgical, pain management and/or anesthesia areas.
• Document field interactions in appropriate databases, retain and submit required expense documentation, and meet defined qualitative and quantitative objectives.
• Successfully comply with all Pacira policies and procedures, principles and values, and applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Position requires extensive travel (up to 80%) as well as evening and weekend work throughout the year.
• Valid driver‚Äôs license in the state in which you reside and safe driving history record; reliable transportation.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Clinical or health sciences degree required with current or previous professional licensure strongly preferred (e.g., RN, RPh, PharmD, PA, DNP, MD, or PhD in a medically related field) from an accredited college or university. Bachelor‚Äôs degree required.
• Minimum 3 years of pharmaceutical or device industry field medical experience, or relevant clinical practice experience required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the perioperative, anesthesia, or pain management therapeutic area preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Self-starter who independently implements the MSL strategy and recognizes opportunities for HCP interactions and scientific exchange.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with strong business skills/acumen.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, including ability to present to groups of varying sizes.
• Proven track record of success in establishing and maintaining relationships with KOLs
• Demonstrated ability to quickly and comprehensively learn about new subject areas and environments and effectively communicate that information.
• Ability to travel swiftly and frequently (up to 80% travel at times throughout the year) with overnight stays. Close proximity to airport- preferred under 1 hour or 50 miles.
• Clearly communicate an understanding of the pharmaceutical, device, and healthcare industries; understanding of clinical trial design and working knowledge of GCP guidelines, particularly concerning Investigator Sponsored Research

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to travel by automobile as well as by airplane and other forms of public transportation. The employee is regularly required to sit or stand for long periods of time (up to several hours straight). The employee will be required to move quickly and safely within healthcare environments.