Sr Medical Science Liaison, West
- Employer
- Avidity Biosciences
- Location
- Working from Home
- Start date
- Oct 17, 2024
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- Discipline
- Clinical, Medical Affairs
- Required Education
- Masters Degree/MBA
- Position Type
- Full time
Job Details
- Build KOL network within assigned region and develop relationships with identified KOLs
- Identify and conduct outreach to new clinical investigators, site staff and referring physicians; develop relationships and support enrollment initiatives in partnership with appropriate internal stakeholders
- Engage investigators and appropriate site personnel to understand and report challenges and barriers to study enrollment
- Support clinical trial initiatives including site identification and feasibility, trial recruitment, and presentation of approved data
- Build relationships with key stakeholders on the Clinical Research team such as the site’s assigned study team members including CRAs
- Establish Avidity’s Medical Affairs presence in the medical community through long-term and valued scientific relationships with thought leaders
- Provide internal stakeholders with feedback and insights from interactions and discussions with clinical trial sites and other Key KOLs
- Develop and demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of Avidity, its products, and current medical/scientific research & publications
- Represent Avidity at scientifically and medically relevant events in the designated geographical area
- Provide support at professional meetings and congresses including collecting insights and competitive intelligence and developing tools that support medical functions
- Maintain clinical, scientific, and technical expertise in assigned therapeutic area
- Share clinical and value-based expertise in the development and management of clinical and scientific communications for customers, including publications, conference data, educational materials, and internal Avidity communications
- Participate in the planning and execution of advisory board meetings including objectives, content development and delivery of clinical presentations
- Facilitate and lead the presentation of clinical information for initial/ongoing training of internal colleagues
- Successfully lead and execute Medical Affairs internal projects related to role
- Effectively lead medical workstream initiatives in collaboration with internal partners
- Mentor new MSLs on roles and responsibilities in the field
- Serve as a leadership point of contact for clinical teams as needed
- Lead field feedback/input during the development of MSL field training tools and resources
- Adhere to corporate and healthcare compliance guidance in all activities
- Ability to flex depending on changing needs of organization
- Advanced degree (Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D) preferred
- 5+ years of related work experience in clinical trial research or industry as an MSL; rare disease experience preferred
- Proven track record of consistent success as an MSL level or above, including consistent and exemplary demonstration of core competencies and behaviors preferred
- Demonstrated mastery of core technical and/or clinical competencies and consistent, acknowledged contributions to Avidity’s medical/scientific efforts
- Advanced technical acumen within therapeutic area, recognized via external relationships
- Proven track record of building and maintaining scientific engagement with influential academic and clinical experts
- Ability to think strategically; apply knowledge and analytical skills in a highly regulated environment and align medical and cross functional strategies
- Ability to summarize complex information and present in a clear, concise, and scientifically accurate manner to a range of audiences
- Outstanding business acumen; knows the industry, Avidity’s value proposition, key competitors, and other marketplace factors/dynamics
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills; works well independently while exhibiting professional maturity, confidence, and competence
- Knowledge of FDA compliance and regulatory guidelines
- Ability to travel >50% and must possess a valid driver’s license; weekend travel may be required
- The base salary range for this role is $201,600 - $222,800. The final compensation will be commensurate with such factors as relevant experience, skillset, internal equity and market factors.
- Avidity offers competitive compensation and benefits which includes the opportunity for annual and spot bonuses, stock options and RSUs, as well as a 401(k) with an employer match. In addition, the comprehensive wellness program includes coverage for medical, dental, vision, and LTD, and four weeks of time off.
- A commitment to learning and development which includes a variety of programming internally developed by and for Avidity employees, opportunities for job-specific training offered by industry, and an education reimbursement program.
Company
Our vision is to profoundly improve people’s lives by revolutionizing the delivery of RNA therapeutics. We’re utilizing our proprietary AOC platform to design, engineer, and develop therapeutics that combine the tissue selectivity of monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) with the precision of oligonucleotide-based therapies in order to redefine RNA therapeutics and more effectively target underlying genetic drivers of diseases. We are delivering on this vision by investing in our platform, our pipeline and our people.
Our commitment to rigorous and innovative science is matched only by our passion to see patients’ lives changed. We consistently challenge ourselves to Be AVID – Agile, Visionary, Integrated and Diverse.
We are assembling a diverse team experienced in rare disease and RNA therapies. Our team members bring expertise in research, development and commercial execution. We are focused on cultivating the right team to not only grow the company, but also to reflect the communities we serve. We are dedicated to employing and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce at all levels of the organization to not only ensure that different backgrounds and perspectives are being heard and acted upon, but that our employees also feel understood, accepted and valued.
- Website
- http://www.aviditybiosciences.com/
- Phone
- 858-401-7900
- Location
-
10578 Science Center Drive
Suite 125
San Diego
California
92121
US
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