Senior Medical Science Liaison - Neurology - South Atlantic

Arlington, VA, USA Lundbeck LLC

Do you want to join a team where the mission is meaningful, the challenges are complex, and you can directly see the results of your hard work? At Lundbeck, we are tirelessly dedicated to restoring brain health, so every person can be their best. Inspired and driven by our purpose, we are the only global biopharmaceutical company focused solely on brain diseases. We have a robust and innovative pipeline, bringing forward transformative therapies to address unmet needs in neurology and psychiatry. Join us on our journey of growth!

Territory – South Atlantic

Will consider candidates who live within the territory boundaries with access to a major airport. Territory consists of District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior MSL, Neurology will apply advanced field based medical and scientific experience, subject matter knowledge, and skills in supporting medical strategies for Lundbeck compounds. Maximizes and leverages thought leader relationships by identifying mutually beneficial opportunities that meet the strategic needs of internal stakeholders. Participates in and contributes to projects and initiatives that increase the value and productivity of the MSL team and Medical Affairs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Expands on and leverages thought leader relationships by aligning thought leader expertise with Lundbeck needs

Successfully connects thought leaders internally to serve as advisors, investigators, expert guest speakers, or business development partners

Executes on MSL goal and objectives and Medical Affairs product plans

Applies advanced field-based medical and scientific experience, subject matter knowledge, and skills in supporting Lundbeck medical strategy

Regularly collects and interprets medical insights and feedback gathered from scientific exchange with thought leaders and communicates relevant information to internal stakeholders in order to define, update, and support medical strategies

Identifies and facilitates investigator initiated trials (IIT) aligned with Lundbeck's medical strategies

Upon request of Clinical Affairs, assists in clinical trial support by identifying, evaluating, screening, and providing scientific support to qualified research sites

Addresses unsolicited requests for medical information from health care professionals

Actively participates in executing Lundbeck's strategy at scientific meetings by identifying relevant sessions, coordinating MSL meeting/booth coverage, and proactively facilitating thought leader interactions with Lundbeck stakeholders

Provides ongoing scientific and medical training within the MSL team and to internal partners

Provides clinical presentations and medical information to managed markets and government accounts upon request

Identifies and brings forth team needs to MSL leadership

Leads, actively participates in and contributes to MSL or cross-functional projects and initiatives

Serves as a new hire mentor, field coach, and resource for other members of the MSL team

Completes all required training, documentation, expense reporting, and other administrative responsibilities

Ensures compliance with all FDA and Lundbeck requirements

Driving is an essential duty of this job; must have a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record that meets company requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and SKILLS:

Accredited advanced degree in a health sciences related field

5+ years of healthcare or related experience (clinical practice, research, academic, or managed markets), of which 2+ years are in the role of an MSL within a pharmaceutical or biotech company

Well versed in highly technical and scientific languages in order to communicate effectively with health care professionals, researchers, and other external and internal stakeholders

Firm understanding of the key phases, processes, and techniques that are involved in pre-clinical and clinical aspects of drug development

Possesses superior communication skills (both oral and written), and able to gain the trust and respect of peers, subordinates, and superiors

Proven track record of teamwork, leadership, timely decision making, and results orientation in meeting objectives

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Driving is an essential duty of this job; must have a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record that meets company requirements.

The role is part of Lundbeck’s Vehicle Fleet Stipend Program and requires business use of a personal vehicle. More information on the stipend program can be found here.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and SKILLS:

Accredited Masters degree in a health sciences related field or Doctoral degree such as DO, MD, PA, Pharm.D., PhD, NP, or APRN

Experience in various fields in CNS such as Neurology

Experience in clinical practice, research, or teaching

This position will be field based

TRAVEL:

Willingness/Ability to travel up to 50 - 75% domestically. International travel may be required. #LI-LM1, #LI-Remote

Why Lundbeck

Lundbeck offers a robust and comprehensive benefits package to help employees live well and protect their health, family, and everyday life. Information regarding our benefit offering can be found on the U.S. career site.

Lundbeck is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to disabled veterans and other individuals with disabilities during our employment application process. If, because of a disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit the U.S. career site.

Lundbeck is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law, rule, or regulation. Lundbeck participates in E-Verify.