[Hiring] Medical Science Liaison I @PTC Therapeutics, Inc.

Role Description

The Medical Science Liaison I (MSL I) is a field-based position of Medical Affairs that supports and represents PTC and its products with key opinion leaders (KOLs), clinicians, academic institutions, and professional organizations. The incumbent addresses the specific needs of these clients by responding to unsolicited requests for information about PTC marketed and developing products.

• Builds long-term relationships and establishes rapport with clinicians and doctors, clinics, and academic centers through highly scientific product and disease state discussions.
• Ensures safe and effective utilization of products.
• Acts as a resource to company management regarding market dynamics, business development, and client feedback.
• Supports adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Essential Functions

• Attends international, national, and regional medical meetings and symposia as a representative of PTC.
• Engages in discussions with attendees, attends scientific sessions and poster presentations, gathers information, and summarizes findings.
• Delivers and may develop/design fair-balanced and objective clinical and scientific presentations to healthcare professionals (HCPs), payors, and patient organizations.
• Identifies and trains speakers for advisory boards, symposia, and educational programs with regulatory approved materials.
• Identifies, organizes, and carries out regional medical initiatives, e.g., advisory boards as needed.
• Provides input to management regarding alternative therapies, business development opportunities/risks, and client feedback.
• Establishes, manages, and maintains successful relations with relevant health authorities, including KOLs, HCPs, academic institutions, payors, and patient organizations.
• Facilitates accurate and timely submissions of applications for unrestricted educational grants or research initiatives.
• Maintains awareness of medical/clinical, regulatory, compliance, and quality issues as they apply to PTC therapeutic areas.
• Maintains competitors' information relevant to the company’s therapeutic areas and stays current on therapeutic advances and competing therapies.
• Works closely with key HCPs to identify new opportunities and contribute to the design of the strategic medical plan.
• Participates in regular internal meetings with brand teams, providing insight from the medical field to collaborate on brand strategy.
• Budget planning required to conduct Medical Affairs projects.
• Provides cross-functional technical support to different departments.
• Conducts and/or assists with training for PTC's internal clients to better understand the scientific understanding of the molecule.
• Conducts medical-scientific classes for payers and healthcare providers to support Market Access, Patient Organization, and Government Affairs strategies.
• Supports in developing the field medical-scientific communication plan.

Qualifications

• Degree in health sciences or related scientific discipline.
• Previous experience in similar positions in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related environment.
• Rare disease experience within a pharmaceutical company is required.
• Advanced English is required (oral and written).
• Experience in clinical research is an asset.
• Knowledge in project management and excellent understanding of the pharmaceutical delivery process.
• Hands-on experience working with KOLs, clinicians, HCPs, payors, and/or academic institutions.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including scientific/technical writing and presentations.
• Field-based role with frequent travel (approx. 70%).

Requirements

• Be based in Brazil’s Northeast (state capitals preferred), the Central-West, or São Paulo.

EEO Statement

PTC Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.