Medical Science Liaison- Neuro-Oncology, West (Remote)

Role Summary

Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for Neuro-Oncology, West (Remote) role within Jazz Pharmaceuticals. Field-based scientific liaison supporting medical affairs activities, building relationships with key opinion leaders, and providing medical information and clinical/scientific support in oncology/neuro-oncology settings. Travel 60–70% of the time; coverage includes multiple western US states.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop peer-to-peer relationships with key opinion leaders and healthcare providers within the therapeutic area.
• Develop and execute territory plans aligned with US Medical Affairs plans.
• Identify and communicate key clinical and research issues and insights from KOLs to appropriate departments.
• Participate in medical education for healthcare professionals through on-site presentations at healthcare institutions, investigator meetings, national conferences, advisory boards, or regional meetings.
• Provide scientific support for activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the therapy area, Jazz products, emerging research, and competitive landscape.
• Establish reputation as a trustworthy source of scientific information; attend scientific congresses to support KOL activities and Jazz interests.
• Provide clinical presentations and information in response to unsolicited questions in academic, community, and healthcare provider settings (group and one-on-one).
• Communicate emerging data and clinical experience through scientific exchange and peer-to-peer interactions, discussing benefits and risks objectively.
• Provide support for data generation activities (company-sponsored studies, collaboration studies, ISTs) and for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives.
• Contribute to US Medical Plan development and provide input into local strategies and tactics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues to ensure a Key Account Management approach aligned with organizational objectives.
• Interact with HCPs as a scientific resource to support activities aligned with the Medical Plan including advisory boards, speaker development, and clinical trials.
• Maintain compliance with company standards and Jazz values; document adverse events according to policy; adhere to codes of practice; execute personal development plans; prepare timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: ability to communicate complex scientific information to diverse audiences; clear presentation skills; strong planning and organization; strategic mindset; self-motivated and autonomous; quick learner; strong negotiation and interpersonal skills; proven collaboration with commercial teams while maintaining scientific integrity; proficient with digital platforms; excellent English.
• Preferred: experience supporting product launches in field medical capacity; experience managing multiple molecules/therapeutic areas; track record in clinical trial site support and patient recruitment; understanding regulatory requirements for field-based personnel.
• Education and Licenses: Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD or equivalent) with at least 3 years’ experience in Oncology or Rare Disease; or RN/NP/CNP/PA with Master’s degree and at least 5 years’ experience in Oncology or Rare Disease clinical practice; minimum 2 years’ experience as an MSL or equivalent; experience in neuro-oncology strongly preferred; field travel 60–70%; valid driver’s license; reside within 60 miles of a major airport.

Skills

• Scientific/clinical communication; relationship-building; territory planning; cross-functional collaboration; data generation and medical education support; proficiency with digital platforms; presentation and negotiation skills.

Education

• Advanced degree as listed above; professional licensure where applicable (RN/NP/CNP/PA) per role requirements.

Additional Requirements

• Travel 60–70%; reside within 60 miles of a major airport.
• Physical demands: frequent travel; computer and office equipment usage.
• Work environment: frequent interactions with external contacts; potential non-standard work hours.