Job Description

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) plays an important role in Medical Affairs at Santen Inc., being part of a small and exclusive field-based team of medical science experts who interact with regional and national key opinion leaders (KOLs) and local HCPs. The MSL has significant responsibility and is expected to provide in-depth scientific, clinical, and educational support to external HCPs as well as to internal clinical, sales and marketing teams. In addition, the MSL provides scientific/medical insights back to Medical Affairs management.

Preferred MSL / Sr. MSL candidates will have a solid understanding of the roles and responsibilities of US medical science liaisons, and training or working experience in eye health. The MSL must be well-equipped to develop new relationships with HCPs across assigned geographies:

• Build and maintain solid and credible relationships with regional medical community on Santen's behalf.
• Provide KOL insights and observations to the medical affairs organization on a timely basis.
• Help to ensure that KOL speakers are trained and have access to company data and approved content.
• Participate in coordinating and conducting peer-to-peer interactions and medical presentations.
• Be well versed in the current therapeutic areas in which Santen specializes.
• Identify unsolicited requests for investigator-initiated research.
• Where appropriate, provide overall medical / scientific support through the dissemination of on-label educational, scientific, and clinical information on diseases and treatments.
• Where appropriate, respond to unsolicited off-label requests for information.
• Relay Medical Information requests through appropriate channels.
• When appropriate, represent the company at continuing educational events / programs, medical meetings and conventions.
• Follow all applicable policies and procedures related to MSLs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a doctorate level degree (e.g. PhD, PharmD, OD, or MD).
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Medical Science Liaison is preferred.
• Established relationships with regional KOLs or key customers (e. g. universities, managed care, government) highly desired.
• Prior experience in ophthalmology / optometry preferred.
• Compliant with all relevant policies and procedures.
• Highly motivated self-starter with a positive attitude, possessing the initiative required to achieve desired goals both independently and within a team structure.
• Demonstrated expertise in drug information communication.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to MSLs.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Strong administrative management skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability work effectively with others.
• Demonstrated understanding of product and technical knowledge in eye care or other medical areas.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Working Conditions: Home office, 60-70% travel required, significant air travel is required.

Additional Information

GROW YOUR CAREER AT SANTEN

A career at Santen is an opportunity to make a difference. Through our long-term vision outlined in Santen 2030, we are committed to be a Social Innovator - addressing the social and economic needs of people with visual impairments. We have team members around the world using their diverse talents to unlock new modalities and drive innovations for patient outcomes, education and treatment. At Santen, we believe in empowering all our team members with flexible ways of working and a highly inclusive work environment.

The Santen Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We are committed to building diverse teams and ensuring a safe and inclusive physical and virtual workplace for every one of our team members. All employment decisions are based on business needs, role requirements and individual qualifications regardless of race, color, ethnicity, national origin/ancestry, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/ expression, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT: Santen requires anyone working on-site or visiting company offices to confirm they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Individuals who choose not to get vaccinated and who receive a job offer must follow Santen’s process for requesting a medical or religious exemption and subsequent accommodation. Please reach out if you have questions or concerns about this policy and how it may apply to your candidacy for a role with Santen.

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