Medical Science Liaison, Northeast

• Identify, gain access to, and develop professional relationships with thought leaders, active and potential study investigators, providers at academic and non-academic institutions and professional organizations within assigned geography
• Demonstrate an astute ability to effectively articulate relevant scientific and clinical information relative to therapeutic area and Alfasigma’s product life cycle to HCPs and researchers
• Lead strategic design and tactical execution for congresses, including creating and implementing congress plans and pre/post communications to internal stakeholders
• Utilize scientific resources to deliver impactful presentations in a variety of different settings, including, but not limited to, advisory boards, patient advocacy group engagements, and health-care decision makers
• Support research initiatives across development
• provide support to clinical site investigators as needed
• Serve as a liaison between key corporate functional areas and HCPs who express interest in conducting investigator-initiated research, to facilitate review and consideration of research proposals
• Monitor the competitive environment for advances and trends
• provide feedback on specific initiatives of competitors and unbiased assessments of community needs to senior leadership
• Maintain clinical, scientific, and technical expertise through continuous learning and knowledge of therapeutic area-related scientific literature
• Attend and support scientific/professional meetings/conferences consistent with areas of therapeutic responsibility
• Work collaboratively across functional areas, including but not limited to Medical Affairs, R&D, and Commercial organizations
• Serve, as needed, as a scientific resource to support activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and training initiatives
• Develop and maintain “peer-to-peer” scientific relationships with TLs in healthcare, academia, payer, and government organizations per strategic territory plans
• Scientific exchanges and engagements may include practice change within the healthcare system, emerging data discussions, uncovering barriers in patient journey, understanding regional market dynamics, exploration of areas of unmet medical need, pipeline discussions, educating on disease state and product, capturing adverse events, and capturing medical insights through all stages of product lifecycle
• Differentiate Alfasigma as the valued scientific partner of choice through innovative initiatives, coordinated strategy, scientific communication, and patient centricity
• Identify clinical and post-marketing study investigators in alignment with Medical Affairs objectives
• and provide impactful information that enhances the value and proper use of Alfasigma’s product
• Respond to customer inquiries by providing clinical and scientific information that supports appropriate use and clinically differentiates Alfasigma’s product in a competitive market
• Contributes to the review of evidence used in scientific exchange to provide oversight and recommendations
• Provides insight and advice for fostering key TL relationships and demonstrates excellence in communicating and coordinating activities as part of Executive TL program

• Minimum Master's degree in biomedical sciences (NP, PA, RPh) or healthcare-related study (Nursing, Health Policy) required
• advanced biomedical sciences degree (MD, DO, PharmD, PhD, DNP) preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience as MSL or minimum 4 years of experience in customer-facing clinical or pharma/biotech industry-related role
• Experience in gastroenterology/hepatology or related area is a plus
• Must live within territory or within territory boundaries
• Operation of a company vehicle is an essential function of the job, and therefore a valid driver’s license issued by the state the driver resides in is required and the driver must meet the driver eligibility requirements under Alfasigma’s fleet policy
• Ability to travel up to 70% required, which may include overnight and/or weekend travel
• Advanced level of proficiency with field medical-related technology and platforms including Veeva, Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and associated applications
• Ability to execute plans across the organization with a solution-oriented approach
• Ability to train other MSLs or other Alfasigma employees by skillfully and appropriately presenting scientific information
• Demonstrates excellence in scientific liaison support to investigators currently involved in Alfasigma’s studies, as well as potential investigator initiatives
• Must possess a thorough understanding of the FDA, OIG, HIPAA and other ethical guidelines relevant to the pharmaceutical industry
• Possesses excellent ability to network, strong personal integrity, collaborative mindset, and a strong customer focus
• Demonstrates ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment, and have demonstrated project leadership abilities
• Effectively mediates TLs complex and controversial opinions vs. corporate policy decisions ensuring TL relationships/medical strategy are not negatively impacted
• Demonstrates problem solving skills, including taking ownership to ensure timely resolution, a strong sense of urgency, keen attention to detail, and the ability to plan, organize and successfully execute in an environment under time and resource pressures
• Exceptional presentation skills and the ability to convey data-rich information to various audience types
• Inquisitive with the ability to extract insightful information from interactions and conversations
• Strong track record of effective cross-functional team collaboration and execution
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Learning agility and ‘scalability’ to take on increasing responsibility as Alfasigma grows
• Consistent demonstration and embodiment of our Corporate Beliefs: Passion for Innovation
• Think Big, Act Small
• Learn to Dare
• and Teams Build the Future
• Ability to have fun and thrive in a growing, diverse, and inclusive work environment

Experience in gastroenterology/hepatology or related area is a plus

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Rewards and recognition program
• Health care benefits (medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision insurance)
• Short and long-term disability coverage provided
• Plan coverage for domestic partners
• Paid parental leave benefits and adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement assistance
• A generous Paid Time Off program that includes 20 vacation days, 11 holidays, 4 personal days, and 2 volunteer days per calendar year
• Numerous well-being and work/life programs