Medical Science Liaison- Epilepsy, South Central

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Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit www.jazzpharmaceuticals.com for more information.

Job Description

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a member of a field-based team of scientists who function as an extension of the US Medical Affairs organization. MSLs are responsible for developing and enhancing professional relationships with medical thought leaders involved in various phases of product development. MSLs provide medical information through scientific exchange, and clinical/scientific support for Jazz Pharmaceuticals and the Medical Affairs department.

This is a field-based position covering Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Alabama and requires professionals with established personal and scientific credibility to interact with thought leaders and academic centers of excellence.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

KOL Development and Field Engagement:

• Identify and develop peer-to-peer relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare providers within the Epilepsy therapeutic area

• Develop and execute territory plans in alignment with US Medical Affairs plans

• Identify and communicate key clinical and research issues and insights from KOLs to appropriate departments

• Participate in medical education for healthcare professionals (HCPs) through on-site presentations at healthcare institutions, investigator meetings, national conferences, advisory boards, or regional meetings

• Provide scientific support for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives

Positions self as Scientific Expert  

• Maintains an up to date and high-level knowledge of the therapy area, Jazz products, new and emerging areas of research, therapeutic issues and trends, and competitive landscape.

• Establishes reputation as a trustworthy and knowledgeable source of scientific and medical information for the healthcare community. 

• Supports development of Jazz Pharmaceuticals positioning as the scientific authority in Epilepsy. Attends appropriate scientific congresses to stay abreast of developments and to support Regional, National and local KOL activities and Jazz interests.  

• Acquires a broad understanding of local and national protocols and standards of clinical practice and trends in disease management in the US.   

• Provide clinical presentations and information in response to unsolicited questions (as appropriate) in academic, community, and healthcare provider settings in both group and one-on-one situations

• Communicates emerging data and the clinical experience with our products through scientific exchange and peer-to-peer interactions discussing benefits and risks in an objective manner.

• Provide scientific support for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives

Clinical Development and Research Management: 

• Act as primary liaison to investigators interested in performing investigator-initiated trials (IIT)

• Monitor investigator-initiated research, review study design, and oversee milestone requirements to ensure progression of investigator- or company-sponsored clinical research

• Collaborate with medical affairs and clinical organization to support patient enrollment in our company's sponsored clinical trials with site recommendations