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About the Role

The Associate Director Medical Science Liaison is a manager-leader within the Medical Affairs department, responsible for HCP engagement in solid tumor oncology, investigator-initiated studies, support of company-sponsored trials, scientific congress support, MSL plan development, and management of a regional MSL team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction, guidance, and support to a team of MSLs in an assigned region.
• Assume direct territory responsibilities when no MSL coverage is available.
• Assess, recognize, and improve MSL performance at individual and group levels.
• Ensure successful execution of MSL strategic, operational, and tactical plans.
• Keep the executive director of MSLs informed about key information in a timely manner.
• Represent Exelixis Medical Affairs as a manager in the field.
• Represent Medical Affairs management as a cross-functional partner within the company.
• Serve as a positive role model and actively support the professional development of reports.
• Lead high visibility Medical Affairs projects and be accountable for outcomes.
• Foster teamwork and continuity across the entire MSL organization.
• Engage key national and regional thought leaders and healthcare professionals.
• Exchange scientific information with external parties in an accurate, fair, and balanced manner.
• Report field intelligence to Exelixis, including competitive information, perspectives about compounds, and the treatment landscape.
• Represent Exelixis management at medical conferences and provide session summaries.
• Provide cross-functional support across the company by being a scientific resource.
• Develop and maintain knowledge about pertinent studies, compounds, and diseases to facilitate discussions with oncology thought leaders.
• Consistently demonstrate a high standard of excellence and require the same from reports.
• Support the achievement of individual, functional, and departmental goals while executing all duties honestly and compliantly.

Requirements

• Master's level oncology PA or NP degree with active commitment towards completion of doctorate degree preferred and a minimum of 13 years of related experience.
• Accredited doctorate degree in a basic-science or life-science discipline (Pharm.D., Ph.D., D.Sc., D.N.P., or D.O.) and a minimum of 12 years of related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Oncology MSL management experience.
• A minimum of 8 years as an MSL in therapeutic oncology.
• Prior experience as a people-manager of similarly credentialed and skilled reports.
• Mentorship from a prior manager in preparation for a management position if no prior MSL management experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in an efficient and effective manner.
• Completion of leadership training coursework.
• Ability to take and follow directions, accept guidance, and adjust quickly to changes.
• Ability to communicate and engage small and large groups in an engaging manner.
• Ability to efficiently manage time and priorities.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership while recognizing when input from others is needed.

Skills

• Solid tumor oncology HCP engagement
• Investigator-initiated studies
• Support of company sponsored trials
• Scientific congress support
• Development of MSL plans
• Management of a regional MSL team
• MSL performance assessment
• MSL strategic, operational, and tactical plan execution
• Cross-functional partnership
• Professional development support
• Medical Affairs project leadership
• Teamwork and continuity
• Thought leader engagement
• Scientific information exchange
• Field intelligence reporting
• Medical conference representation
• Scientific resource provision
• Oncology knowledge
• Leadership
• Project management
• Time management
• Prioritization

Location

• Remote

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Associate Director
• 13 years related experience
• 12 years related experience
• 6 years pharmaceutical industry experience
• 8 years MSL in therapeutic oncology experience
• People-manager experience

Education Level

• Master's degree (preferred)
• Doctorate degree (preferred)
• Pharm.D.
• Ph.D.
• D.Sc.
• D.N.P.
• D.O.

Salary/Compensations

• $230-280K annually

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits
• Incentive plans
• Bonuses

About the Company

• IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries.
• We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
• We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments.
• Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
• To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact.
• No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere.

Equal Opportunity

• IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.
• IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.