Location:
Washington, DC 20001

Status:
Full Time
Employee

Job Category:
Biotech/R&D/Science

Reference Code:
09-0645

By encouraging trust and openness in all we do, Shire has evolved through strategic acquisitions into a unique, nimble organization that is able to act quickly and take advantage of business opportunities as they arise. Through a culture that allows all employees to potentially impact and shape our business, Shire distinguishes itself from other biopharma organizations. Working as a team, our employees strive to continually achieve our purpose of enabling people with life-altering conditions to lead better lives.

We are always looking for talented people to join the Shire team.

Senior Medical Science Liaison - GI

To develop strong product advocacy through KOL development by delivering quality medical education to internal and external colleagues.
• Identify, build, and leverage relationships with national, regional and local thought leaders (55%)
• Identify and develop key thought leaders for medical education and clinical research opportunities
• Develop strategic thought leader plans to provide needs-based, value-added services and to improve their advocacy
• Respond to unsolicited requests for information
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• Provide input and participate in cross-functional initiatives (15%)
• Participate in internal therapeutic advisory groups and project teams
• Publication planning; slide-deck development, training initiatives
• Provide field-based medical support to Shire’s clinical research programs
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• Deliver quality medical education presentations in a variety of settings and to obtain valuable feedback that can disseminated throughout the organization (5%)
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• Gather and disseminate competitive intelligence from multiple sources (10%)
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• Additional developmental and leadership responsibilities (10%)
• Takes advantage of opportunities to mentor other MSL team members
• Actively guides contributions of cross-functional project teams (e.g., TAG lead)
• Able to assist with administrative aspects of regional activities
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• Complete accurate and timely administrative reports, projects, and required documentation requests (5%)

Shire is committed to providing high quality, competitive, and appropriate health care benefits for employees and their families.

Shire is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Requirements:

Completion of a doctorate level degree (Pharm.D. M.D., D.O., or Ph.D.) is required, with relevant residency and/or fellowship experience desired.
• Has an established track record of effective and influential oral presentations within the healthcare profession
• Demonstrative relevant therapeutic research or substantive patient care experience is required (3 years minimum)
• Experience with drug therapy positioning with a track record of influencing others to make accurate and effective therapeutic decisions is desired
• Generally has 24 months of experience as a field MSL
• Demonstration of expertise in key skills and competencies


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