Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) Psychiatry - West

Los Angeles, CA

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Description

Do you want to join a team where the mission is meaningful, the challenges are complex, and you can directly see the results of your hard work? Lundbeck is a global biopharmaceutical company focusing exclusively on brain health. With more than 70 years of experience in neuroscience, we are committed to improving the lives of people with neurological and psychiatric diseases. Lundbeck employees are inspired and driven by our purpose to advance brain health and transform lives. Join us on our journey of growth!

Territory - West

We will consider candidates who live within the territory boundaries with access to a major airport. Preferred locations: Los Angeles, CA, San Francisco, CA, Orange Co, CA, Denver, CO and Las Vegas, NV
Territory consists of Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, California, Nevada, Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Montana, and Hawaii

SUMMARY:

The Senior MSL, Psychiatry will apply advanced field based medical and scientific experience, subject matter knowledge, and skills in supporting medical strategies for Lundbeck compounds. Maximizes and leverages key opinion leader (KOL) relationships by identifying mutually beneficial opportunities that meet the strategic needs of internal stakeholders. Participates in and contributes to projects and initiatives that increase the value and productivity of the MSL team and Medical Affairs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Identifies, develops and fosters mutually beneficial and strategic relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), healthcare providers (HCPs) and other external stakeholders
Serves as a trusted resource to key external stakeholders through scientific exchange and educational outreach to enhance the understanding of the scientific and medical value of Lundbeck products
Successfully connects KOLs and external stakeholders internally to serve as advisors, investigators, expert consultants, authors, or evidence generation partners
Executes on MSL goals and objectives in alignment with Medical Affairs product plans
Applies advanced medical and scientific experience, subject matter expertise, and communication skills in supporting Field Medical tactics aligned with Lundbeck medical strategy
Regularly gathers medical insights and feedback and communicates distilled and relevant information to internal stakeholders in order to inform medical strategies and contribute towards identifying unmet medical needs and data gaps
Identifies and facilitates the submission of grant requests and investigator initiated trials (IIT) aligned with Lundbeck's medical strategies
Upon request, assists in clinical trial and research efforts by recommending qualified investigators and research sites and conducting site outreach and support
Fulfills unsolicited requests for medical information from health care professionals
Actively participates in executing Lundbeck's strategy at scientific meetings by attending relevant sessions and posters, staffing the medical booth, and proactively facilitating KOL engagement with Lundbeck Medical Leadership
Keeps abreast of scientific developments and trends in assigned therapeutic area to help identify and assess research opportunities and to support evidence generation efforts
Contributes to ongoing scientific and medical trainings within the MSL team and to internal partners
Upon request, provides clinical presentations and medical information to managed markets and government accounts
Leads and/proactively participates in and contributes to Medical and cross-functional projects and initiatives
Maintains effective and compliant communication and collaboration among internal stakeholders.
Serves as a new hire mentor and onboarding resource for newly-hired members of the MSL team, as assigned
Completes all required training, documentation, expense reporting, and other administrative responsibilities
Ensures compliance with all FDA and Lundbeck requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and SKILLS:

Accredited advanced degree in a health or life sciences related field
5+ years of healthcare or related experience (industry, clinical practice, research, academic, or managed markets)
2+ years in a customer-facing Medical Affairs role within a pharmaceutical company
Ability to interpret complex scientific data and translate this information to meet the educational needs of a variety of external stakeholders
Possesses superior communication skills (both oral and written)
Ability to influence without authority and to quickly develop trust and rapport with others
Proven track record of teamwork, leadership, timely decision making, accountability, and results orientation in meeting objectives
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Driving is an essential duty of this job; must have a valid driver's license with a safe driving record that meets company requirements.
The role is part of Lundbeck's Vehicle Fleet Stipend Program and requires business use of a personal vehicle. More information on the stipend program can be found here.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and SKILLS:

Accredited Masters degree in a health sciences related field or Doctoral degree such as DO, MD, PA, Pharm.D., PhD, NP, or APRN
Experience in Migraine
Experience in various fields in CNS such as Psychiatry
Experience in clinical practice, research, or teaching

TRAVEL:

This position will be field based. Willingness/Ability to travel up to 50 - 75% domestically.

The range displayed is a national range, and if selected for this role, may vary based on various factors such as the candidate's geographical location, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Salary Pay Range: $170,000 - $200,000 and eligibility for a 20% bonus target based on company and individual performance, and eligibility to participate in the company's long-term incentive plan. Benefits for this position include flexible paid time off (PTO), health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, company match 401k and Vehicle Fleet Stipend. Additional benefits information can be found on our career site. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis. #LI-LM1, #LI-Remote

Why Lundbeck

Lundbeck offers a robust and comprehensive benefits package to help employees live well and protect their health, family, and everyday life. Information regarding our benefit offering can be found on the U.S. career site.

Lundbeck is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to disabled veterans and other individuals with disabilities during our employment application process. If, because of a disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit the U.S. career site.

Lundbeck is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law, rule, or regulation. Lundbeck participates in E-Verify.

About Lundbeck

At Lundbeck, our most important contribution is easing the burden of the millions of people living with brain disorders. Whether it is migraine, depression, or other brain disorders, patients, their carers, and society as a whole depend on us.

Through cutting edge science and strong partnerships, we develop and market some of the world's leading treatments, expanding into neuro-specialty and neuro-rare from our strong legacy within psychiatry and neurology.

The brain health challenge is real. Our commitment is real. Our impact is real.

About Lundbeck

At Lundbeck, our most important contribution is easing the burden of the millions of people living with brain disorders. Whether it is migraine, depression, or other brain disorders, patients, their carers, and society as a whole depend on us.

Through cutting edge science and strong partnerships, we develop and market some of the world's leading treatments, expanding into neuro-specialty and neuro-rare from our strong legacy within psychiatry and neurology.

The brain health challenge is real. Our commitment is real. Our impact is real.

Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles

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