Senior Medical Science Liaison – NYC Territory

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Jersey, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Develop and sustain collaborative scientific relationships with healthcare professionals, investigators, academic institutions, and other pertinent oncology stakeholders within the designated territory.

• Facilitate accurate, balanced, and non-promotional scientific discussions concerning Verastem Oncology’s areas of expertise and investigational products.

• Provide education on scientific and disease-state topics through individual discussions, presentations, and medical education initiatives.

• Identify opportunities for clinical research and support activities initiated by investigators.

• Gather and relay scientific, clinical, and research insights from external experts to guide Medical Affairs planning and cross-functional conversations.

• Stay informed about the oncology landscape, published research, clinical studies, treatment guidelines, and emerging scientific advancements.

• Recognize and communicate relevant competitive and landscape intelligence through compliant methods.

• Collaborate with Medical Affairs, Medical Information, Clinical Development, and other cross-functional teams.

• Address unsolicited medical information inquiries within established processes.

• Ensure precise and timely documentation of scientific interactions, territory activities, and necessary reports.

• Lead selected regional or national Medical Affairs projects and cross-functional initiatives from planning to execution.

• Participate in medical strategy development, publication planning, scientific slide creation, and field medical resources.

• Manage scientific interactions for key priority projects with external collaborators or scientific groups.

• Mentor and guide MSL colleagues, including onboarding new hires and enhancing scientific skills.

• Collaborate with Medical Affairs Training to assess development needs and create or deliver advanced scientific training.

⛳️ Requirements

• An advanced clinical or scientific degree (MSN, PharmD, PhD) or equivalent professional credentials is required.

• Exceptional scientific communication and presentation abilities, including the capacity to clearly and accurately convey complex data to diverse audiences.

• Practical knowledge of oncology clinical research, relevant treatment guidelines, and industry compliance and regulatory standards.

• Strong skills in relationship-building, collaboration, analysis, problem-solving, and organization.

• Capability to work autonomously in a field-based role and efficiently manage an assigned territory.

• A minimum of three years of experience in pharmaceutical industry Medical Affairs as an MSL is required.

• Experience with solid tumors is preferred.

• Familiarity with ovarian cancer and gynecologic oncology is advantageous.

• Proven track record of leading scientific initiatives, mentoring peers, and engaging with complex external stakeholders.

• Comprehensive understanding of oncology guidelines (e.g., NCCN, ASCO, ESMO), clinical research processes, and relevant FDA, CMS, and OIG regulations.

• Anticipated domestic travel of approximately 60–70%.

• Regular engagement with external customers is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive health benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Flexible work environment and supportive company culture.