Sr. Medical Science Liaison, Global Rare Diseases - West

Chiesi USA

Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in 31 countries. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here. 

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.  

Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better. 

Chiesi Global Rare Diseases

Chiesi Global Rare Diseases is a Chiesi Group’s business unit established in February 2020 and focused on research, development and commercialization of treatments and patient support services for rare and ultra-rare disorders, many of whom have limited or no treatments available.

This unit is based in Boston, Massachusetts, with a strong synergy with the headquarters in Parma. 

Rare unit has a focus on research and product development for lysosomal storage diseases, rare hematology, ophthalmology disorders and rare immunodeficiencies. The unit is also a dedicated partner with global leaders in scientific research, patient advocacy and care. Discover more here.

Who we are looking for

This is what you will do

The Senior Medical Science Liaison (Sr. MSL) has the primary responsibility of building key opinion leader (KOL) partnerships by engaging in the exchange of scientific data and other medical and/or scientific information with external stakeholders (HCPs, researchers, professional organization leadership, and formulary decision-makers) in Rare Dermatology across the West Coast.  Scientific engagements include establishing and maintaining educational and research collaborations; delivery of clinical, scientific, and technical education; building long term peer to peer relationships with key stakeholders by establishing rapport, providing scientific education, including high level HEOR and RWE concepts, and listening with true curiosity to bring the customer’s voice into our organization in a robust manner.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Scientific Exchange, advice seeking and clinical development support: 
  • Build external partnerships with recognized community and academic medical center KOLs to identify and address scientific needs and to stay abreast of current scientific trends in assigned Therapeutic Area. 
  • Identify and develop key thought leaders (national, regional, and local) for medical education, clinical research and publication opportunities
  • Cultivate existing and identify new collaborative KOL relationships for advisory boards, company-sponsored, investigator-initiated research, and speaker development
  • Provide field insights gained to field managers and team for elevation within organization Identify opportunities and provide medical support including scientific education to healthcare professionals (HCPs) at key institutions
  • Foster professional relationships in key institutions for Chiesi USA within an assigned geography 
  • Recognize opportunities to facilitate cross-functional engagement based on customer needs
  • High level awareness of HEOR and RWE concepts to be able to have dialogue and bring people with the correct level of expertise, if needed, to meet the customer’s needs. 
  • Represent Chiesi USA Medical Affairs at national, regional, and local scientific meetings
  • Provide field-based medical affairs assistance for clinical research initiatives supported by the Company, related to Investigator Initiated trials, or collaborative initiatives
  • Deliver high-caliber medical education presentations in a variety of settings 
  • Gather and disseminate competitive intelligence from multiple sources in accordance with Company policies
  • Participate in internal therapeutic advisory groups
  • Partner and plan with business partners in assigned region, to ensure alignment and to optimize customer experience 
•   Therapeutic Support, Internal Collaboration, and Project Work:
  • Lead and support internal medical projects aligned to individual development plan 
  • Support cross-functional projects and streamline medical input 
  • Participate in and contribute to clinical research, medical education material development, as well as internal training initiatives
  • Contribute to monthly medical meetings including journal clubs and team meetings
  • Support new team members through mentoring and onboarding partnership activities
• Administrative Work:
  • Accurate and timely completion of documentation of field activities, expense reporting and administrative reports 
  • Complete required training on time and in full including assessment with an acceptable score
  • Take personal responsibility to continue to learn to maintain high level expertise in the assigned therapeutic area(s) and maintain any professional licensing/certifications

You will need to have

• Completion of a graduate level degree (PharmD., M.D., D.O, DNP, PhD, MSN, MS or equivalent healthcare professional degree) along with relevant clinical experience
• 5-7 years MSL experience in Rare Disease assigned to the prospective candidate (exception for PhD candidates with requisite experience)
• Builds and leverages strategic internal and external relationships to identify potential opportunities and partnerships to provide value and improve quality of care for providers and patients
• Work effectively on diverse, multi–disciplinary teams to achieve desired outcomes through emphasizing team over self.
• Demonstrates discipline and resilience through skillful planning, prioritization, and an ability to execute multiple responsibilities with minimal supervision in a highly dynamic work environment
• High self-awareness and good people sense, maintains a growth mindset, positive attitude, and demonstrates flexibility during challenging situations
• Demonstration of scientific and clinical expertise in assigned therapeutic area, including exceptional clinical, pharmacoeconomic and real-world evidence knowledge and business acumen
• Exceptional Written and Verbal Communication skills:

• • Highly articulate and persuasive during formal and informal presentations; able to convey complex, scientific ideas fluently to any audience
  • Has the ability to tactfully provide scientifically sound information to national, regional, and local key opinion leaders, and HCPs
  • Actively listens to understand, with true curiosity, to others, rather than listening to respond
  • Able to ask insightful, “why” type, questions that enhance understanding of others’ point of view
  • Adept at confidently stating expert opinion while respecting the positions of others - can exert diplomacy while standing firmly on evidence-based positions and maintain credibility
  • Utilizes effective, professional communications to cultivate strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and colleagues and external customers

Location

Field-Based/Remote position covering Western territory, up to 75% travel as necessary to meet job requirements; States included in this territory are CA, WA, OR, NV, AZ, NM, UT, CO, ID, MT, WY. #LI-Remote

Compensation

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $183,870 to $205,000. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. If hired, the employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. 

What we offer

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.
 
We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.
 
Chiesi USA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work force at all levels of our business.  All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one’s employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits and termination.