About the Role
Secura Bio is looking for a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) in the Midwest Region that will serve as a key scientific resource and strategic partner within our medical affairs team as well as cross functionally with Market Development Managers and Key Account Managers in their region to provide clinical and scientific product education to their Health Care Providers. The MSL will focus on building and maintaining relationships with healthcare professionals, key opinion leaders (KOLs), and research institutions in the HemOncology space, specifically rare lymphomas. This field-based position requires a deep understanding of oncology therapeutics and the ability to communicate complex scientific information effectively to various stakeholders. We are looking for a dynamic individual who can work independently, proactively, think innovatively, and enjoy working in a fast-paced small company environment.
Employment Type
Full-time
Reports To
Senior Director, Medical Science Liaisons
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals in assigned territory to communicate scientific information, research concepts, and education regarding Secura Bio’s products.
- Provide balanced, scientifically accurate information about Secura Bio’s pipeline and products for internal and external stakeholders.
- Gather and communicate insights from the field to internal stakeholders.
- Serve as a scientific resource supporting activities such as Medical Congress staffing, Advisory Boards, training initiatives, and planning meetings.
- Partner with Clinical Development colleagues to support sponsored research initiatives that include, but are not limited to, site evaluation and identification, recruitment, investigator meetings, external expert identification, and external collaboration management.
- Facilitate submission of investigator sponsored research proposals and manage communications with the investigators; support Secura Bio-sponsored research.
- Assist Market Development Managers and Key Account Managers by providing support and/or education on Secura Bio’s products to customers as well as developing and executing territory plans designed to achieve aligned business objectives.
- Contribute to the development and execution of regional and national Medical Affairs strategies, including territory medical planning and post-congress insight generation.
Required Qualifications
- Advanced degree in a health-related or scientific field required, such as PharmD, PhD, MSN or MD.
- Clinically licensed candidates such as NP, PA, or RN may be considered with additional relevant Medical Affairs or oncology experience
- Minimum of 3 years of Medical Affairs, field medical, pharmaceutical or biotech industry experience required
- Experience in oncology, or hematology with experience supporting product launches Understanding of oncology treatment paradigms, clinical pathways, and current research trends
- Background in hematologic malignancies, especially lymphoma, is preferred
- Deep understanding of cancer biology, mechanisms of action, and treatment modalities
- Exceptional scientific communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with oncologists and researchers
- Excellent presentation skills with the ability to deliver scientific information to audiences of varying sizes
- Proven ability to interpret complex clinical trial data and translate it into clear, clinically relevant insights
- Experience building relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) in oncology
- Understanding of drug development process and regulatory pathways
- Knowledge of healthcare systems and oncology practice patterns
- Ability to identify clinical research opportunities and potential investigator collaborations
- Strategic thinking to align scientific communications with company objectives
- Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with colleagues in marketing, clinical, and medical affairs
- Self-motivation and ability to work independently in a field-based position
- Adaptability to changing scientific landscape and company priorities
- Familiarity with compliance guidelines for pharmaceutical/biotech industry
Additional Requirements
- 50 - 75% travel within assigned territory
- Candidates must reside in region
- Attendance at major oncology conferences such as ASCO, ASH, and SOHO, as well as regional conferences
- Willingness and flexibility to travel occasionally on weekends for meetings and conferences
- Valid driver's license and good driving record
- Compliance with all industry regulations and company policies regarding interactions with healthcare professionals
Secura Bio was established in 2019 with a singular mission: to close the gap between innovative oncology therapies and the patients who need them most. Our high-touch approach is informed by our decades of experience shaping the impact of oncology’s largest clinical and market opportunities. We know that true impact comes from personalization and an unwavering commitment to serve patients and expand the possibilities of life-prolonging oncology medicines.