Senior Medical Science Liaison, Psychiatry - Mid-Atlantic

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 –  Mid-Atlantic 
Will consider candidates who live within the territory boundaries with access to a major airport. Territory consists of New Jersey, New York, and Maryland  

SUMMARY:

The Senior MSL, Psychiatry will apply advanced field based medical and scientific experience, subject matter knowledge, and skills in supporting medical strategies for Lundbeck compounds. Maximizes and leverages key opinion leader (KOL) 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:

• Identifies, develops and fosters mutually beneficial and strategic relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), healthcare providers (HCPs) and other external stakeholders

• Serves as a trusted resource to key external stakeholders through scientific exchange and educational outreach to enhance the understanding of the scientific and medical value of Lundbeck products

• Successfully connects KOLs and external stakeholders internally to serve as advisors, investigators, expert consultants, authors, or evidence generation partners

• Executes on MSL goals and objectives in alignment with Medical Affairs product plans

• Applies advanced medical and scientific experience, subject matter expertise, and communication skills in supporting Field Medical tactics aligned with Lundbeck medical strategy

• Regularly gathers medical insights and feedback and communicates distilled and relevant information to internal stakeholders in order to inform medical strategies and contribute towards identifying unmet medical needs and data gaps

• Identifies and facilitates the submission of grant requests and investigator initiated trials (IIT) aligned with Lundbeck's medical strategies

• Upon request, assists in clinical trial and research efforts by recommending qualified investigators and research sites and conducting site outreach and support

• Fulfills unsolicited requests for medical information from health care professionals

• Actively participates in executing Lundbeck's strategy at scientific meetings by attending relevant sessions and posters, staffing the medical booth, and proactively facilitating KOL engagement with Lundbeck Medical Leadership

• Keeps abreast of scientific developments and trends in assigned therapeutic area to help identify and assess research opportunities and to support evidence generation efforts

• Contributes to ongoing scientific and medical trainings within the MSL team and to internal partners

• Upon request, provides clinical presentations and medical information to managed markets and government accounts

• Leads and/proactively participates in and contributes to Medical and cross-functional projects and initiatives

• Maintains effective and compliant communication and collaboration among internal stakeholders.

• Serves as a new hire mentor and onboarding resource for newly-hired members of the MSL team, as assigned

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

• Ensures compliance with all FDA and Lundbeck requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and SKILLS:

• Accredited advanced degree in a health or life sciences related field

• 5+ years of healthcare or related experience (industry, clinical practice, research, academic, or managed markets)

• 2+ years in a customer-facing Medical Affairs role within a pharmaceutical company

• Ability to interpret complex scientific data and translate this information to meet the educational needs of a variety of external stakeholders

• Possesses superior communication skills (both oral and written)

• Ability to influence without authority and to quickly develop trust and rapport with others

• Proven track record of teamwork, leadership, timely decision makin