MSL - Oncology (Kolkata)

Domnic Lewis has been Mandated to hire for MSL Oncology (VORA)

Job Purpose:

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) will establish the company//'s medical affairs presence with external stakeholders through scientific exchange and research support in oncology. The focus will be on licensed and non-licensed products for hard-to-treat cancers, including metastatic pancreatic cancer, cholangiocarcinoma, digestive cancers (such as stomach cancer, pancreatic cancer, and cholangiocarcinoma), glioma, brain tumors, hematologic cancers (acute myeloid leukemia, acute lymphoblastic leukemia, and lymphoma), and pediatric cancers. This role is field-based, covering the India region.

The MSL will communicate balanced therapeutic area-related, product-related, and clinical information to external stakeholders (e.g., physicians, academic institutions, hospital formulary committees), respond to unsolicited requests for medical information, facilitate research discussions, and bring key insights from the medical and scientific community to internal stakeholders. The role also involves ensuring compliance with all company procedures, confidentiality standards, and contributing to business success with a focus on patient safety.

Principal Accountabilities:

1. Exchange of Medical and Scientific Information:

• Responsible for communicating fair and balanced therapeutic area-related, product-related, and clinical information to external stakeholders.
• Execute the scientific engagement plan in alignment with the Therapy Medical Plan.
• Proactively develop long-term peer-to-peer relationships with opinion leaders and relevant stakeholders.
• Respond to unsolicited requests for medical information, including off-label data, related to marketed products and pipeline products.
• Provide clinical and medical presentations to external stakeholders as needed.
• Disseminate updates from scientific meetings and report information of strategic interest to cross-functional teams.

2. Supporting Clinical Research:

• Support ongoing and future Medical Affairs Company-Sponsored Studies, providing country-level review of proposed research site lists, attending site visits if necessary, and providing feedback to the line manager.
• Support unsolicited requests for investigator-initiated trials (IITs) proposals by offering appropriate investigator support as per company SOPs.
• Assist in the development and support of national disease registries and Real-World Evidence (RWE) projects as necessary.

3. Contributing to the Organization through Medical Expertise & Market Insights:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of scientific/medical developments in the relevant therapeutic area through literature searches, clinical papers, conferences, and other relevant events.
• Capture and share in-field insights to develop territorial Field Medical Plans and support medical and scientific strategies.
• Provide medical and scientific expertise to commercial partners within regulatory guidelines.
• Act as a field-based scientific and clinical reference for internal stakeholders (e.g., sales, market access) through training and ad-hoc support.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Support the development of medical/scientific materials, ensuring content is reviewed and approved according to company policies.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the regional medical affairs strategy and action plan in collaboration with field departments such as Sales, Clinical Research, and Market Access.
• Keep medical representatives and their managers informed about the latest scientific developments.
• Support the market access strategy at a regional level, including hospital listings, in coordination with the market access manager.

5. Compliance with External Regulations and Company Policies:

• Maintain a high level of scientific, clinical, and environmental knowledge through courses, self-learning, and attendance at relevant meetings.
• Stay informed about regulations related to medical information services in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Ensure all activities comply with internal and external codes of conduct, prioritizing patient safety by following pharmacovigilance processes.
• Support the company//'s reputation in the field by adhering to industry regulations.

6. Patient-In Activities:

• Support patient awareness initiatives, both physical and digital.
• Contribute to the Patient-In strategy, understanding the patient journey in coordination with therapeutic area experts, and set up Patient Support Programs (PSPs) to improve patient outcomes as per local regulations.

General Administration:

• Complete all required administration within the specified timelines.
• Submit monthly reports and expenses by the second working day of each month.
• Ensure timely completion and submission of all required documentation to the Head Office as appropriate.

Profile Requirements

A] Minimum Requirements:

• Education: MBBS/MD/Pharm D
• Minimum 1-2 years of working experience in oncology.

B] Indispensable Qualities:

• Strong ability to learn new subjects and environments comprehensively.
• Excellent written and spoken communication and presentation skills, with the ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with opinion leaders, physicians, and other healthcare decision-makers.
• Substantial business acumen and autonomy in managing priorities and activities.
• Strong commitment to compliance with relevant rules and procedures, as well as scientific integrity and quality.
• Ability to manage cross-functional projects effectively.
• Leadership skills, emotional intelligence, active listening, and strength of conviction.
• Negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in English is essential.
• Ability to innovate and execute strategies effectively.