Associate Director – Medical Science Liaison, Oncology, GI/Thoracic/RLT Focus

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alaska, +5 more states.

📋 Description

• Deliver accurate and up-to-date scientific and clinical information to leading researchers and practitioners.

• Integrate the most recent research on products, disease conditions, standards of care, and therapeutic areas.

• Build trusted relationships as a dependable source of impartial medical and scientific information.

• Promote scientific dialogue within scientific and clinical communities.

• Assist scientific and clinical experts by addressing gaps in clinical care and sharing relevant evidence.

• Link experts with Lilly resources and internal business partners.

• Promote collaborative research initiatives.

• Collaborate with clinical development on studies and investigators to aid in site identification, selection, and recruitment.

• Evaluate customer data and prioritize engagement with assigned experts through both in-person and virtual interactions.

• Execute strategic territory plans and utilize territory analytics for customer identification and routing prioritization.

• Comply with coordination efforts with Lilly field roles sharing customers.

• Synthesize and communicate actionable insights regarding customers and clinical matters to internal Medical and cross-functional teams.

• Foster internal networks and collaborate across functions with field-based colleagues.

• Contribute to team objectives and carry out responsibilities in accordance with applicable requirements, procedures, and laws.

• Willingness to travel up to 80%, including commitments on weekends.

⛳️ Requirements

• An advanced degree in health sciences (e.g., PharmD, MD, PhD in a medically related field) is required.

• In addition to PharmD, MD, PhD, a minimum of two years of relevant clinical or therapeutic area experience is preferred.

• A Masters or Bachelor's degree in health sciences (e.g., BSN, RPh, PA, NP) will be considered if accompanied by 5+ years of clinical, research, or industry experience (in a medical or scientific role) within the relevant therapeutic area.

• A valid US driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record are required.

• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

• Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this position.

• Proficiency in advanced presentation and computer skills is essential.

• Expertise in literature identification is required.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary.

• Ability to work independently in the field while managing multiple priorities and projects is important.

• Demonstrated teamwork and interpersonal skills, including emotional intelligence and the ability to build professional relationships and networks.

• Resilience in handling complex challenges is expected.

• Intellectual curiosity regarding the specialized field of science/medicine is a must.

• Ability to utilize field-based tools and adapt as technology evolves.

• Learning agility to understand and convey complex scientific content clearly and concisely.

• Strong strategic and critical thinking skills for analyzing, assessing, and evaluating information and its relevance to future scenarios.

• Previous experience in a field-based work environment is required.

• Familiarity with health systems, academic communities, medical research, and the medical education process is needed.

• Knowledge and experience with digital platforms for virtual engagement with healthcare professionals (e.g., Zoom) is preferred.

• Previous experience in the gastrointestinal and/or thoracic oncology therapeutic area is strongly preferred.

• Candidates should reside within the Pacific Northwest region (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Northern California, Alaska) and be near a transport hub.

🏝️ Benefits

• Company bonus based on both company and individual performance.

• Company-sponsored 401(k) plan.

• Pension options available.

• Vacation benefits provided.

• Comprehensive medical benefits.

• Dental coverage included.

• Vision benefits offered.

• Prescription drug coverage available.

• Flexible benefits options, including healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts.

• Life insurance and death benefits provided.

• Time off and leave of absence benefits included.

• Well-being benefits encompassing employee assistance programs, fitness perks, and employee clubs and activities.