Senior Medical Science Liaison, CVRM Pipeline (West)

 A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. 

The Opportunity

The Therapeutic Area Pipeline Medical Science Liaison (TA Pipeline MSL) is a credible field medical partner responsible for providing clinical, scientific and other relevant information related to disease states and the appropriate utilization of Genentech medicines in the TA pipeline (and TA-related approved medicines, as appropriate). This field-based position will engage with healthcare providers, clinical study staff, therapeutic area experts (TAEs), population health decision makers, and patient thought leaders within their region(s), to further patient outcomes aligned with the overarching objectives of Genentech. In collaboration with home office and regional partners, TA Pipeline MSLs are accountable for comprehensive activities focused on delivering a successful clinical development program including, but not limited to: clinical trial recruitment focused activities, competitive intelligence, Congress support, professional society engagement, and TA landscaping. In addition, TA Pipeline MSLs may be responsible for covering multiple pipeline medicines, as well as engaging in broad clinical and scientific discussions  resulting in rich customer insights shared with key stakeholders across the organization. 

Preferred States of Residence

California

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure end-to-end customer experience for TA specific customers in the region

• Demonstrate deep scientific expertise in assigned molecules/products and therapeutic areas to exchange relevant information with thought leaders and healthcare decision makers

• Assist with Phase I - IV sponsored and supported clinical trials, health economic outcomes research, other TA specific medical collaborations; provide clinical expertise overview of performance metrics and feedback regarding  operational management of clinical trials to ensure optimal site selection and performance. Fully understands site infrastructure and ways of working to best co-create and monitor clinical trial processes.  Supports start-up, recruitment, and retention in assigned geographies. Provides critical collaboration with CRO personnel, as appropriate, and in pre-specified manner

• Build and leverage relationships with key external scientific and medical customers to understand evolving healthcare trends

• Having proficiency in topics beyond scientific exchange, such as value/cost of care discussions, integrated evidence planning, and strategic medical planning, among other related topics

• Continuous learning within the therapeutic area, active participation in upskilling programs, and adherence to guidelines and procedures.

Who you are

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Advanced Clinical/Science Degree (e.g., MD, PharmD, PhD, MSN, NP, PA etc.). BSN with extensive field medical experience with a pharmaceutical company

• Minimum of 5 years related work experience (clinical, managed care, or industry experience)  

• Proficiency in GCP (Good Clinical Practice) and ICH (International Conference on Harmonization of Technical Requirements for Registration of Pharmaceuticals for Human Use)

• Relevant therapeutic area knowledge, comprehensive understanding of product and safety profiles, and familiarity with managed care, health economics, reimbursement, and legal and regulatory landscape in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience as a field medical science liaison 

• 2 + years’ clinical research experience (either in industry or in another, related setting)

• 2 + years' experience in therapy area

• In-depth knowledge of clinical development programs and clinical trial management

• Prior experience working in heavily matrixed organizations interfacing with clinical operations, clinical development and medical affairs organizations

Location and Travel Requirements

• Business travel, by air or car, is required for regular external business meetings with customers and intermittent internal company meetings (up to 70% of time)

• This position requires significant use of a company-provided car to perf