About the Role
As a member of the Rhythm UK & Ireland team, you will provide scientific and medical leadership and support for the implementation of integrated tactical and engagement plans in rare MC4R pathway diseases. You will build peer-to-peer relationships with Key External Experts (KEEs) and other stakeholders to deliver clinical, scientific, and medical education, while supporting research initiatives and compliant scientific exchange activities.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a Scientific Affairs Manager for the UK and as a member of the international Medical Affairs team.
- Be a subject-matter expert for the MC4R pathway diseases and our indications.
- Contribute to the development and implement of the integrated strategic and tactical plan with focus on the medical and scientific projects and tactics.
- Organize and lead local advisory boards and Key External Expert meetings to gain insights, foster scientific exchange and support the local strategy.
- Provide medical support for the implementation of the local strategy.
- Build and maintain peer-to-peer relationships with external experts and stakeholders, delivering clinical, scientific, and medical education.
- Oversee and initiate medical projects in collaboration with clinical partners and research networks.
- Identify stakeholder and provide insights for future clinical developments and play a key role in the pre-launch and launch phase for these new developments.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of scientific communication plans and medical information materials, ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate closely with Drug Safety, Market Access, and Commercial.
- Collaborate with the clinical team and monitor all Rhythm clinical trials taking place in the UK and follow up where necessary.
- Identify knowledge gaps among healthcare professionals and organize non-promotional scientific presentations.
- Participate in local medical and cross-functional projects and initiatives.
- Ensure effective and compliant communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Support the commercial team and HCPs with knowledge building around the efficacy and safety of setmelanotide, including AE/PV reporting.
- Play a pivotal role in establishing appropriate multidisciplinary care including patient support programs.
- Play a pivotal role in identifying hurdles and solutions in order to optimize patient identification and referral pathways.
- Respond to unsolicited requests for medical information in a timely manner. Ensure that an accurate and fair-balanced response is provided.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in a pharmaceutical, scientific, or medical field (PharmD, PhD, MD)
- 8 or more years’ experience within a Medical Science Liaison or similar field facing role with primary emphasis on field based scientific exchange within the biopharmaceutical industry.
- Relevant pharmaceutical and clinical/therapeutic experience also a consideration
- Proven skills and ability to work in a cross-functional team without silos
- Cross-functional mindset focused on a seamless collaboration with the commercial team
- Not accepting the status quo, working with a sense of urgency to deliver results
- Self-starter mentality who feels comfortable to work in a fast paced environment
- Demonstrates knowledge of regional/local specific healthcare systems, the evolving medical landscape, reimbursement and industry trends.
- Candidates applying must be based in a centralized UK location and have easy access to transportation and airports.
Skills
- Rare diseases experience is a plus
- Launch experience is a plus
- Excellent communication skills and scientific acumen when presenting clinical, disease state information to a variety of audiences
Location
- UK
Work Type
- Home-office based
Experience Level
- 8 or more years’ experience
Education Level
- Advanced degree in a pharmaceutical, scientific, or medical field (PharmD, PhD, MD)
About the Company
- Rhythm is a biopharmaceutical company aimed at developing and commercializing therapies for the treatment of rare genetic diseases of obesity.
- Working at Rhythm means that you are part of a team that’s passionate about transforming the lives of people living with rare genetic disorders of obesity.
- We recognize the courage it takes for patients and their caregivers to begin their journey of advocacy to find the answers they need.
- Their courage inspires us to challenge convention, ask bold questions and seek answers for them.
- Every day, we strive for excellence through our willingness to learn, adapt, and our tenacity to overcome barriers, together.
- We are a dynamic and growing global team spanning more than a dozen countries.
- At Rhythm we are dedicated to transforming the lives of patients living with rare melanocortin-4 receptor (MC4R) pathway diseases by rapidly advancing care and precision medicines that address the root cause.
- Our team is passionate about expanding access to reach more patients and developing novel therapies for other rare neuroendocrine diseases, including congenital hyperinsulinism.
