Sr. Medical Science Liaison- EPILEPSY, Texas (Remote)

Role Summary

The Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based member of the US Medical Affairs organization, responsible for developing and enhancing relationships with medical thought leaders involved in various phases of product development. Provides medical information through scientific exchange and clinical/scientific support for Jazz Pharmaceuticals and Medical Affairs. Field-based position covering Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Mississippi.

Responsibilities

• KOL Development and Field Engagement:
  • Identify and develop peer-to-peer relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare providers within the Epilepsy 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 (HCPs) through on-site presentations at healthcare institutions, investigator meetings, national conferences, advisory boards, or regional meetings
  • Provide scientific support for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives
• Positions self as Scientific Expert:
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge of the therapy area, Jazz products, research trends, and competitive landscape
  • Establishes reputation as a trustworthy source of scientific and medical information
  • Supports Jazz positioning as the scientific authority in Epilepsy; attends scientific congresses to support KOL activities and interests
  • Understands local and national clinical practice protocols and disease management trends in the US
  • Provides clinical presentations in response to unsolicited questions in academic, community, and HCP settings
  • Communicates emerging data through scientific exchange and peer-to-peer interactions
  • Provides scientific support for medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives
• Clinical Development And Research Management:
  • Act as primary liaison to investigators for investigator-initiated trials (IIT)
  • Monitor IITs, review study design, oversee milestones to progress trials
  • Collaborate with medical affairs and clinical teams to support patient enrollment in sponsored trials
  • Serve as internal scientific advisor in evaluating new products and technologies
• Medical Affairs Planning and Plan Execution:
  • Contribute to US Medical Plan development and provide input into local strategies
  • Manage relevant budget to enable execution of Medical Plan tactics when needed
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure Key Account Management approach
  • Engage with HCPs as a scientific resource to support advisory boards, speaker development and clinical trials
• Responsible For Maintaining Company Standards And Jazz Values:
  • Engage healthcare providers with scientific exchange grounded in product knowledge and disease state
  • Document and report adverse events and product complaints per policy
  • Adhere to national and local Codes of Practice; act ethically and with integrity
  • Represent Jazz Pharmaceuticals following company mission and values
  • Maintain a personal development plan and timely reporting as required

Qualifications

• Required/Preferred Education and Experience:
  • MS/Advanced Practice Degree in scientific/medical field with at least 5 years of Epilepsy experience, or MD, PharmD, or PhD
  • MSL experience in Neurology required; Epilepsy experience strongly preferred
  • Minimum 3 years as a Medical Science Liaison with a successful track record
  • Field position requiring travel 60‚Äì80% time
  • Valid driver‚Äôs license and residence within 60 miles of a major airport
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to analyze and communicate complex scientific/medical information
  • Willingness to travel at least 60% of work days; driving required
  • Clear communication and presentation skills
  • Strong planning, organization, attention to detail
  • Strategic mindset; self-motivated; autonomous work style
  • Ability to adapt quickly and remain results-focused
  • Negotiation, relationship-building, networking, collaboration
  • Proficiency with digital platforms and tools; excellent English
• Preferred:
  • Knowledge of geography, healthcare environment, external experts in academia
  • Ability to build trust with opinion leaders in disease areas of interest
  • Understanding of regulatory requirements for field-based personnel

Skills

• Research and critical analysis of scientific/medical information
• Scientific exchange and peer-to-peer communication
• Presentation and education delivery to diverse audiences
• Strategic planning and territory management
• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement

Education

• MS/Advanced Practice Degree in a scientific or medical discipline or MD/PhD/PharmD

Additional Requirements

• Travel: Ability and willingness to travel 60‚Äì80% of time
• Driving: Valid driver's license required