[Hiring] Medical Science Liaison, Dermatology Dupilumab @Sanofi

Role Description

As Medical Science Liaison, Dermatology Dupilumab within our R&D team, you will serve as a trusted scientific partner in the field for external experts and decision-makers, engaging in mutual scientific exchanges to accelerate data dissemination.

In this role, you will manage a base of 55 stakeholders, developing and maintaining a stakeholder engagement tracking database. You will plan day-to-day interactions, including discussion points in accordance with Medical Affairs strategy, establishing a frequency of interactions per stakeholder per year to ensure that objectives are met. This position has accountability at the US level with reporting primarily to Medical Affairs.

You will execute on a defined KOL territory strategy that is targeted to address diverse stakeholder needs (payers, patients, KOLs, HCPs, etc.) and is aligned with company objectives. Additionally, you will develop relevant territory engagement plans in line with the medical strategy, support the team's medical plan execution, and use approved scientific data during KOL interactions to advance the understanding of the therapeutic area.

Join the engine of Sanofi’s mission — where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, you’ll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions.

Main Responsibilities

• Be the trusted scientific partner to key external experts by conducting timely, appropriate and frequent scientific exchanges.
• Execute on stakeholder engagement plans to gather data, develop and share medical insights.
• Keep abreast of medical and scientific developments in the therapeutic field.
• Recognize, record and share insights that deepen our understanding of the needs of patients, consumers, regulators, payers, and healthcare providers.
• Maintain effective and appropriate communication among internal stakeholders while ensuring compliance with relevant requirements.
• Demonstrate operational understanding and risk management by ensuring excellence in execution of all governance processes.
• Engage external stakeholders on medical and scientific information exchange.
• Use strong knowledge of relevant diseases and disease management protocols to articulate the medical and scientific value of our products.
• Establish robust, long-term peer relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and other stakeholder partners.
• Actively engage with appropriate stakeholders on medical, clinical, epidemiologic, and scientific topics.
• Understand the state of healthcare policies and guidelines as they relate to clinical practices.
• Utilize defined systems to map, identify, profile, and prioritize stakeholders.
• Effectively utilize the Scientific Engagement Model to plan territory and individual stakeholder medical strategy.
• Organize educational meetings or local scientific advisory boards when requested.
• Support speakers training to ensure continued scientific support in the field.
• Respond to unsolicited requests for medical information associated with supported products.
• Gather data and generate insights from stakeholder interactions.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Support evidence-generation activities by aiding in data acquisition.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a technical, scientific or medical field (MD, PhD, Pharm D).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Medical Science Liaison role, or relevant clinical setting.
• Clear understanding of medical practice, clinical decision making and healthcare systems related to patient care.
• Ability to interpret key scientific data and translate this information to meet educational and research needs.
• Demonstrated ability to address educational and research needs through delivery of cutting edge scientific/evidenced based data.
• Understand the design and execution of research studies.
• Exemplary communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in working on multi-disciplinary teams and managing significant volume of projects.

Skills and Knowledge

• Actively listens to others and is adept at confidently stating expert opinion while respecting the positions of others.
• Utilizes effective, professional communications to cultivate strong working relationships.
• Skilfully plans, prioritizes, and executes multiple responsibilities and projects.
• Demonstrates effective leadership skills and steps forward to handle challenges.
• Deep understanding and knowledge of local regulations and codes of practice for pharmaceutical industry.
• Demonstrates scientific expertise and stays abreast of data and treatment trends.
• Knowledge of relevant healthcare systems, the evolving medical landscape, regulatory and payer environment.
• Proficiency in digital tools.
• Working knowledge of English as a second language.

Benefits

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution.
• Take good care of yourself and your family with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits.
• Be part of a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development.
• Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms.
• Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.