Medical Science Liaison, Oncology - Tennessee

Role Summary

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based scientific liaison who partners with medical thought leaders to support oncology product development and medical affairs activities. The role covers Tennessee and requires established scientific credibility to engage with academic centers of excellence. The MSL provides medical information through scientific exchange and clinical/scientific support to Jazz Pharmaceuticals and the Medical Affairs department.

Responsibilities

• KOL Development and Field Engagement: Identify and develop peer-to-peer relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare providers within the Oncology therapeutic area.
• Develop and execute territory plans in alignment 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.

Qualifications

• Required: Ability to research and critically analyze and communicate complex scientific and medical information and data.
• Required: Clear and concise communication and presentation skills.
• Required: Excellent planning and organization skills, with high-level attention to detail and accuracy.
• Required: Strong strategic mindset.
• Required: Highly self-motivated and ability to work autonomously.
• Required: Ability to learn quickly, be flexible and results-focused in a rapidly changing environment.
• Required: Excellent negotiation skills.
• Required: Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relationship building, networking, collaboration, and teamwork.
• Required: Strong capabilities working with digital platforms and tools.
• Required: Excellent command of spoken English.
• Preferred: Knowledge of geography, healthcare environment and external experts in academia and medical community.
• Preferred: Demonstrated ability to develop trust and relationships with opinion leaders in disease states of interest.
• Preferred: Understanding of regulatory requirements for field-based personnel.

Education

• Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD or equivalent) with a minimum of 3 years of experience in oncology medicine is required.
• License (RN, NP, CNP, PA or equivalent) with a minimum of a Master’s Degree (or equivalent) and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in oncology medicine is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a MSL or comparable industry or clinical role is required.
• Experience in solid tumors/targeted therapies and a strong track record of success is strongly preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel approximately 60% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license and residence near a major airport.