Medical Science Liaison, Ohio Valley

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Kentucky, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Act as the field-based medical representative for Medical Affairs, engaging externally.

• Raise awareness of Ascendis Pharma within the endocrinology sector and convey the potential of TransCon technology.

• Maintain expertise in medical knowledge concerning the portfolio, pipeline, and associated disease states.

• Deliver medical and scientific presentations to both internal and external audiences.

• Identify key opinion leaders and significant organizations within the designated region.

• Recognize the scientific needs of healthcare professionals, researchers, and patient advocates.

• Develop and oversee a plan for engaging with key opinion leaders (KOLs).

• Gather insights from external sources regarding disease states, the Ascendis portfolio and pipeline, as well as competitors.

• Foster relationships with colleagues in Market Access, Marketing, and Sales.

• Collaborate with Medical Outcomes Scientific Liaisons on regional initiatives.

• Participate in achieving the strategic goals and objectives of the Field Medical Team.

• Provide scientific assistance at medical congresses and meetings.

• Deliver internal onboarding and continuous medical training.

• Engage with external researchers on investigator-initiated trials.

• Support clinical trial operations, investigators, sites, and activities for patient recruitment.

• Record relevant activities within the CRM platform.

• Adhere to departmental and corporate policies and procedures.

⛳️ Requirements

• MD/PhD/PharmD or an equivalent qualification is required.

• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry as a medical science liaison is required.

• Experience in pediatric endocrinology, endocrinology, or rare diseases is preferred.

• Must possess an outgoing personality and enjoy interacting with healthcare providers and researchers.

• A deep passion for patients is essential.

• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to comprehend and convey scientific and clinical information effectively in both virtual and live settings are necessary.

• Ability to collaborate with a diverse group of individuals to achieve desired outcomes.

• Capable of working independently to organize and prioritize personal work schedules.

• Must be able to make decisions that significantly impact the department’s credibility, operations, and services.

• Proficient in creating materials such as reports and presentations, as well as speaking to both internal and external audiences.

• Must reside near a major airport hub within the assigned geography.

• Must hold a valid driver’s license in the state of residence and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

• Estimated travel required is approximately 50-75%.

🏝️ Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company matching.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.

• Company-sponsored Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.

• Short and long-term disability benefits provided by the company.

• Pet and legal insurance options available.

• Employee Assistance Program offered.

• Discounts available for employees.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) options.

• Flexible Spending Accounts available.

• Various incentive compensation plans offered.

• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance available.

• Resources for mental health support.

• Paid leave benefits for new parents.

• Eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus or incentive compensation plan.

• Access to discretionary stock-based long-term incentives.

• Paid time off provided.

• Comprehensive benefits package available.