[Hiring] Senior Medical Science Liaison @The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

Role Description

The Medical Science Liaison / Senior Medical Science Liaison, US Field Medical (hereafter MSL /Sr. MSL) will be responsible for managing a defined territory for assigned program. This entails establishing and maintaining key scientific relationships with KOLs within their territory and serving as a scientific expert to the medical community and facilitating the appropriate exchange of scientific information.

• Develop and maintain an advanced scientific, medical, and product knowledge base.
• Communicate key insights learned and disseminate critical scientific data to external stakeholders, including academic/scientific/clinical experts, payers, and patient organizations.
• Ensure timely and appropriate input on field medical engagement plans in support of clinical development and commercialization programs.
• Assist, lead, and drive support of the company’s clinical trials in partnership with the clinical development team and researchers.
• Master MSL responsibilities and take on additional leadership roles on projects and initiatives.
• Work independently with little direction/oversight and assist the Senior Field Medical Director as needed.

Territory includes: WEST: WA, OR, CA, NV, AZ, HI, (AK). Must reside within territory to be considered.

Location Classification – Field-Based: Officially classified as working as a member of field organization, with the expectation of this role to travel and engage with external partners, collaborators, and other third parties regularly on behalf of SpringWorks Therapeutics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and establish and maintain strong and deep scientific relationships with KOLs across multi-specialty disciplines.
• Serve as a scientific expert to the medical community and facilitate the appropriate exchange of scientific information.
• Communicate experts’ opinion and feedback on new data and clinical trends to Medical Affairs.
• Act as primary liaison to investigators interested in developing and performing investigator-initiated research.
• Collaborate with Clinical Operations to enhance patient enrollment in company-sponsored clinical trials.
• Serve as medical lead and provide scientific support at medical congresses and advisory boards.
• Lead committee/project teams which support MSL strategies as delegated by MSL leadership.
• Be familiar with US pharma rules and regulations, particularly as they apply to MSL activities.
• Provide clinical presentations and information in response to unsolicited questions in various settings.
• Develop and execute territory plans in alignment with local, regional, and national strategy.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clinical decision makers at various institutions.
• Lead strategy and generation of health economic and outcomes data for payer audiences.
• Serve as a Medical Affairs lead for disease state and outcomes-based product presentations.
• Serve as mentor for new hire and/or less-experienced MSLs.
• Manage/lead relevant Field Medical or Medical Director activities/projects.
• Facilitate and lead field medical onboarding programs.
• Lead the creation and maintenance of the training curriculum for assigned therapeutic area.
• Support Senior Field Director in translating medical affairs strategy to a national KOL engagement plan.
• Partner with Global Medical Information colleagues to improve Standard Response Letters and efficiency of MIRF process.
• Contribute to the medical strategy and medical plan as a senior member of the medical team.
• Provide scientific support to Medical Director and facilitate medical discussions for advisory boards.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Advanced Scientific degree or equivalent experience required (MD, PhD, PharmD, DNP strongly preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years MSL experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Ability to travel up to 70%, including overnight stays driven by business need.
• Required to live within assigned territory.
• Valid driver’s license required and must be in good standing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Rare disease experience preferred, particularly in Oncology and/or Neurosciences.
• Demonstrated mastery of effectively presenting clinical/scientific information.
• Expert level proficiency with business software including Veeva CRM or comparable tools.
• Ability to understand, review, and communicate complex technical concepts and technologies.
• Working knowledge of the OIG compliance guidance for pharmaceutical manufacturers.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills to collaborate effectively in a remote hybrid work environment.

Compensation and Benefits

• The expected salary range for this position is $167,500.00– $220,000.00.
• Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, location, and other job-related factors.
• A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.
• Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites.

What We Offer

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