MSL

Job Description

The purpose of this field-based position is to provide non-promotional educational, scientific and research support for the Sobi rare disease portfolio. The MSL will develop and maintain professional relationships with some of the country’s leading opinion leaders in scope of Sobi programs in the immunology, nephrology and haematology franchise and pro-actively drive the local medical plan in accordance with local laws and the Medicines Australia Code of Conduct. In addition, the MSL will serve as strong advocate for patients by striving to increase awareness of medical and patient needs, understanding of data gaps and potential means address, and to support timely access to therapies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate in-depth scientific knowledge of the rare disorders of interest to Sobi, including: Paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria (PNH), C3 Glomerulopathy, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma, Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP), primary HLH, CAPS, and myelofibrosis.
• Conduct territory specific disease, pathway and medical expert mapping
• >75% of time spent on HCP interactions, HCP focused activities and/or in-field activities
• Establish collaborative relationships with key opinion leaders, prominent academic and clinical investigators and leaders of medical and scientific organisations who can contribute to the clinical diagnosis and management of rare disorders.
• Deliver peer level presentations to HCPs including in-services and group meetings
• Identify and communicate key clinical and research insights from key opinion leaders to help formulate Sobi research and development, and business strategies.
• Respond verbally or by providing appropriate written material to unsolicited requests for on or off label medical information requests and adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Ensure good reporting and interactions with Medical colleagues from other affiliates; share and receive best practices
• Respond and support unsolicited requests for investigator-sponsored studies (ISSs)
• Sobi’s expanding portfolio frequently requires targeted project work to determine registration and reimbursement pathways which often demands a high degree of experience, autonomy, and an agile approach.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting regarding compliance and safety documentation
• Sobi Australia operate as an integrated cross-functional customer-facing team. This role is expected to fulfil the medical affairs components of that engagement and will provide appropriate support to cross functional team members and projects.

Qualifications

• Relevant advanced qualifications in medical science, clinical medicine, or pharmacy. Prior experience in scientific/clinical research or clinical practice would be advantageous.
• Ideally >3 years related pharma/biotech experience including at least 2 years as an MSL or in a medical field role.
• Demonstrated understanding of the drug development and reimbursement process
• Australian Permanent Residency (or equivalent) is a requirement
• Full Australian drivers’ licence
• Completed Medicines Australia CEP program

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.