Medical Science Liaison/Principal Medical Science Liaison, Oncology Lung/GI – Northeast

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Daiichi Sankyo Group is dedicated to the creation and supply of innovative pharmaceutical therapies to improve standards of care and address diversified, unmet medical needs of people globally by leveraging our world-class science and technology. With more than 120 years of scientific expertise and a presence in more than 20 countries, Daiichi Sankyo and its 16,000 employees around the world draw upon a rich legacy of innovation and a robust pipeline of promising new medicines to help people. In addition to a strong portfolio of medicines for cardiovascular diseases, under the Group’s 2025 Vision to become a “Global Pharma Innovator with Competitive Advantage in Oncology,” Daiichi Sankyo is primarily focused on providing novel therapies in oncology, as well as other research areas centered around rare diseases and immune disorders. 

Job Summary: 

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. (DSI) is currently seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join the Field Medical Affairs Team. The MSL develops ongoing professional relationships with national and regional healthcare opinion leaders and other healthcare professionals to provide medical and scientific support for Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. (DSI) initiatives in selected therapeutic areas. The MSL develops skills and competencies to educate healthcare professionals, DSI internal stakeholders (e.g., Medical, Marketing, and Sales), and decision makers in healthcare systems regarding therapeutic areas and related products developed and commercialized by DSI. 

This is a US Medical Affairs, Field based role. This territory currently covers the following states: Upstate NY, VT, NH, ME, MA, CT, RI

Responsibilities:

Builds and maintains professional relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs) by developing the skills and with guidance, implementing the following: 

• Presenting disease state and Daiichi Sankyo product specific data to HCPs
• Responding to unsolicited requests for medical information
• Identifying and appropriately facilitating engagement of qualified 1) investigators and study committee members for DSI clinical research programs, 2) investigator-initiated research study proposals, 3) speakers for DSI Brand Speaker programs, 4) advisors for DSI scientific, clinical and marketing advisory boards
• Gathering customer insights regarding DSI and competitor products to help inform medical and commercial decision-making
• Enhanced professional expertise through attendance of select scientific meetings and professional conferences for the purpose of continuing education and scientific exchange with key opinion leaders
• Develops positive working relationships with local and regional internal stakeholders to enhance DSI HCP relationships
• Develops the ability to apply the appropriate methods to implement the FMA department strategy within his/her geography in alignment with Medical and Brand strategies
• Completes administrative duties, including monthly expense reporting and field activity reporting
• Represents the Medical Science Liaison function by participating in DSI meetings, functions, events

Additional duties and responsibilities are based on position level/title, and may include but are not limited to:

• Provides innovation in enhancing and developing professional relationships with national and regional healthcare opinion leaders and HCPs to provide medical and scientific support for DSI initiatives.
• Ability to anticipate trends and capitalize on opportunities
• Lead special projects/initiatives.
• Assist in the development of team members
• Represent FMA leadership at DSI meetings, functions and events

Qualifications:

Successful candidates will be able to meet the qualifications below with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Education:

Qualifications (from an accredited college or university)

• PharmD, MD, PhD or NP in a health sciences-related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred

Experience: 

MSL/Sr. MSL

Experience Qualifications:

• 1 or More Years’ experience, including medical & scientific affairs, clinical practice, research, academic or US-managed markets preferred
• Previous experience in Oncology, clinical research and medical education preferred

Principal MSL/Associate Director MSL

Experience Qualifications:

• 5 or More Years’ experience including medical & scientific affairs, clinical practice, research, academic or US managed markets preferred
• Previous experience in Oncology, clinical research and medical education preferred

Must have a valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company requirements

Compensation and seniority level/title based on experience and qualifications. 

Ability to travel up to 60%.

In compliance with New York State Pay Transparency Law, the targeted base salary range for this position is $170,000 – $220,000. Please note, actual Compensation and seniority level/title will be determined based on experience and qualifications. Additionally, this position will be eligible for sales incentive and long term incentive based on performance. This position is also eligible for a company vehicle.

Our benefits are part of what makes Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. a great place to work. We are proud of our longstanding commitment to the health and well-being of our employees and their families. We provide comprehensive health care benefits at a reasonable cost that are highly competitive in the pharmaceutical industry, as well as a Savings & Retirement Plan that includes a competitive company match plus retirement account deposits. To learn more about our benefits, please view the following link: https://careers.dsi.com/en-US/page/benefits

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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