The Medical Science Liaison is a field based position and is a key position supporting the business franchises, the sales team and our physician relationships. The position will be responsible to develop relationships within the medical/scientific community, provide medical and/or scientific data about AngioDynamics products and research to healthcare professionals. Clinical, scientific and technical expertise will be maintained by the MSL through review of scientific literature, attendance at assigned medical meetings and self-learning.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manages US field based activities related to specific Company’s products
Identify, develop, and maintain long-term collaborative relationships with physicians
Provide clinical information for the company’s products such as responses to unsolicited requests for medical inquiries (including off-label requests) on the Company’s products
Complies with all relevant related guidelines, standards and regulations pertaining to medical information
Performs continual independent review of medical/scientific literature on the company’s and competitors’ products and devices
Facilitate and vet investigator-sponsored trials and provide medical/clinical teams with feedback and insights from trial leaders
Collaborate with sales operations and training departments to implement field training
Obtains appropriate approvals on scientific and clinical education resources and activities
Serve as an internal and external educator, providing timely, balanced training regarding relevant diseases, therapeutic options, and product requirements.
Coordinate content development to ensure integrated, efficient and consistent education information to customers
Attend assigned medical and scientific meetings and symposia to: a) maintain awareness of current issues and new data pertaining to assigned products and; b) to communicate scientific information.
Works cross functionally to ensure successful integration and execution of projects with Clinical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Health care economics, R&D and Business Development.
Demonstrates leadership behaviors and maintains alignment to compliance goals and policies.
Assist in the development of and updates to corporate research priorities.
Effectively integrate customer and business needs in a satisfactory manner.
Actively participates in department and cross functional meetings
May perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Clinical background in Atherectomy preferred. (Registers Nurse (RN), Pharmacist, (PharmD or RPOHs), Medical Doctor (MD) or other clinical experience
Minimum BA/BS in appropriate scientific/medical field of study, Masters degree preferred
Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated relevant experience preferred. At least 1-2 years relevant experience required (clinical practice, academic research, industry)
Previous Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs or similar medical communications experience in the medical device industry preferred
Experience with formal presentation and interaction with clinical experts is highly preferred.
Equivalent work related experience acceptable in lieu of degree: No
Skills/Knowledge
Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with personnel within and outside of the department and company.
Ability to work effectively in multi-functional teams
Demonstrated credibility within the medical community.
Exceptional skills in relationship building and networking, strong personal initiative and functions well in managing a cross-functional team.
Knowledge of FDA regulations and guidance in the area of adverse event reporting, complaint handling for medical devices.
Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
Proficient in the following computer software applications: MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
PHYSICAL/WORK REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job:
Work safely and follow all OSHA regulations and company safety policies and procedures.
For all on-the-job injuries or accidents, must notify manager/supervisor immediately.
Exposure to hospital and office environments.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 15 lbs.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
Ability to regularly stand for long periods, travel frequently.
This position requires travel, up to 85% of the time