Medical Science Liaison- Epilepsy, Texas

Medical Science Liaison – Epilepsy, Texas

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Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments.

Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide.

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a member of a field-based team of scientists who function as an extension of the US Medical Affairs organization. MSLs are responsible for developing and enhancing professional relationships with medical thought leaders involved in various phases of product development. MSLs provide medical information through scientific exchange, and clinical/scientific support for Jazz Pharmaceuticals and the Medical Affairs department.

This is a field-based position covering Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Mississippi that requires professionals with established personal and scientific credibility to interact with thought leaders and academic centers of excellence.

• 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; position self as a Scientific Expert.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date and high‑level knowledge of the therapy area, Jazz products, and emerging research and trends, including the competitive landscape.
• Establish a reputation as a trustworthy and knowledgeable source of scientific and medical information for the healthcare community.
• Support the development of Jazz Pharmaceuticals positioning as a scientific authority in Epilepsy; attend appropriate scientific congresses to stay abreast of developments and support regional, national, and local KOL activities and Jazz interests.
• Acquire a broad understanding of local and national protocols and standards of clinical practice and trends in disease management in the US.
• Provide clinical presentations and information in response to unsolicited questions (as appropriate) in academic, community, and healthcare provider settings in both group and one‑on‑one situations.
• Communicate emerging data and the clinical experience with our products through scientific exchange and peer‑to‑peer interactions discussing benefits and risks in an objective manner.
• Provide scientific support for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales‑training initiatives (Medical Affairs Planning and Plan Execution).
• Contribute to the development of the US Medical Plan and provide input into local strategies and tactics.
• Manage relevant budget to enable execution of Medical Plan tactics as part of the wider Medical Affairs team.
• Work collaboratively with cross‑functional colleagues to ensure a key account management approach.
• Interact with HCPs as a scientific resource to support activities aligned with the Medical Plan including advisory boards,…