Medical Science Liaison - Southeast region

Company

Bio Cryst Pharmaceuticals is seeking an experienced Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join our US Medical Affairs team. As a field-based MSL you will be a true scientific, medical expert and an extension of Bio Cryst Medical Affairs. You will build and facilitate strategic peer-to-peer relationships with key Health Care Providers (HCP) in the assigned region. You will provide credible and unbiased scientific information, identify and execute the strategic Medical Affairs Plan, and support home office medical activities.

Strong emphasis on collaboration with cross-functional colleagues as appropriate. Candidates must reside in a state within the Southeast region: FL, AL, GA, MS, or Puerto Rico.

• Develop and demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of Bio Cryst, its products, and current medical/scientific research & publications
• Establish Bio Cryst's Medical Affairs presence in the medical community through long-term and valued scientific relationships with thought leaders, the medical community, and patient organizations
• Represent Bio Cryst at scientifically and medically relevant events in the designated geographical area
• Provide medical/scientific presentations to internal and external groups
• Provide internal stakeholders with feedback and insights from field interactions and discussions with Health Care Professionals
• Provide support at professional meetings and congresses, collecting insights and competitive intelligence, and developing tools that support medical functions at the meeting
• Maintain clinical, scientific, and technical expertise in rare disease therapeutic areas
• Review scientific journals and attend scientific and key technical meetings
• Respond to and document unsolicited requests for scientific information for Bio Cryst products, including those in development
• Share clinical and value-based expertise in the development and management of clinical and scientific communications for customers and internal Bio Cryst communications and materials for training and development activities
• Participate in the planning and execution of advisory board meetings including objectives, content development and delivery of clinical presentations when needed
• Support clinical initiatives including site identification and feasibility, trial recruitment, registry and presentation of approved data if needed
• Support commercial team functions by facilitating internal training and scientific material review, assisting with speaker programs, and providing competitive insights into therapeutic area planning
• Adhere to corporate and healthcare compliance guidance in all activities

• Advanced degree (Pharm.
  
  D., Ph.D., M.D) required
• 3+ years of related work experience (clinical, managed care, or industry experience) and prior rare disease experience preferred
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with influential thought leaders
• Ability to think strategically; apply knowledge and analytical skills in a highly regulated environment and align medical and commercial strategies
• Ability to summarize complex information and present clearly to a range of audiences in a scientifically accurate manner
• Outstanding business acumen; knowledge of the industry, Bio Cryst''s value proposition, key competitors and marketplace dynamics
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; professional maturity, confidence, and competence
• Adherence and compliance with all required regulatory guidelines
• Ability to travel and must possess a valid driver''s license. Weekend travel may be required
• Candidates must reside in a state within the Southeast region: FL, AL, GA, MS, or Puerto Rico.

Bio Cryst is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veterans status, disability and/or other protected class characteristics. Bio Cryst is committed to achieving its business objectives in compliance with all federal, state and local law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

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