Grifols Shared Services North America, Inc
Field Director, Medical Science Liaison (Immunology/Neurology)
Grifols Shared Services North America, Inc, Jackson, Mississippi, United States, 39200
Overview
Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.
The primary responsibility of the MSL Field Director is the management, performance, and coaching of a team of MSL direct reports in the Immunology and Neurology therapeutic area (MSL primary call points include Immunology, Neurology, Hematology/Oncology). The Field Director ensures compliant execution of field medical plans, strategy, and activities within Medical Affairs, as aligned with goals and objectives.
This position is a remote full-time role in the US with estimated 50% travel.
Responsibilities
Ultimate responsibility for scientific knowledge of self/team and oversight of a team of MSLs throughout the entire US.
Maintains clinical knowledge of designated therapeutic area(s) and broad market knowledge.
Provides leadership and serves as primary point of contact for operational/executional requests and solutions for the therapeutic area(s).
Partners with the Medical Directors, National MSL Sr Director, and North America Medical Affairs Sr Director to develop field medical strategies and tactics.
Responsible for the MSL team’s execution of field medical strategy for the assigned therapeutic area(s).
Conducts and/or assists MSLs in conducting formal presentations to appropriate groups such as key accounts, managed care organizations, integrated systems, national medical associations, and medical schools. Acts as an ambassador representing Grifols’ position and interests.
Participates and contributes in cross-functional teams (e.g., sales, marketing, global medical affairs) regarding field-based activities, medical insights, competitor activity gathering, data analysis, and evaluation of new and innovative initiatives.
Involved in the hiring, training, performance coaching, and overseeing the work of a team of MSL direct reports. Maintains the highest level of proficiency in the MSL function.
Works with other MSL Field Directors regarding standardization and consistency of MSL role. Identifies opportunities for cross-functional integration of MSL roles and activities at the field level.
Ensures team's work performance and deliverables meet or exceed goals and objectives.
Ensures compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal, and operational rules and procedures of their team.
Qualifications
Previous leadership experience managing a team of MSLs (e.g., MSL Field Director, Regional MSL Director, National MSL Director, or equivalent) and proven history of success required.
Strong science/clinical background with advanced degree in a scientific field of study (PharmD, MD, PhD, or advanced/Master’s nursing degree).
Typically requires 4 or more years of pharmaceutical industry experience as a field-based medical science liaison.
Experience developing and executing Key Opinion Leader territory plans, medical plans, and other field medical strategies.
Multi-dimensional in abilities to work on simultaneous tasks and work cross-functionally at various levels of the organization.
Strong organizational and collaborative skills, good personal initiative, attention to detail, and time management skills.
Self-directed, intrinsically motivated, flexible in changes in the organization and able to excel with minimal direction in a dynamic environment.
Excellent ability to understand, interpret, and communicate complex scientific and medical information and data.
Ability to comfortably converse with key academic opinion leaders regarding highly technical information.
Ability to manage a demanding travel schedule and be flexible.
Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.
Must possess a valid driver's license in the state in which the employee works and meet the Qualifying Driver Criteria of the Grifols Fleet Program which includes but is not limited to a 5 year Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) lookback of major driving violations.
Compensation and Benefits The pay scale for the Field Director, Medical Science Liaisons, Immunology/Neurology role based in the United States (non-California) is $195,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year. The position is eligible to participate in 30% of the company bonus pool. Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 9 paid Holidays per year, up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation depends on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, location, internal equity and market data. Grifols offers opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
For Washington State: First year PTO accrual is 160 hours per year; after 365 days of employment, PTO accrual increases to 180 hours per year.
For California: The pay scale for the Field Director, Medical Science Liaisons, Immunology/Neurology role based in California is $205,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year.
Other Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. The company has a family-like culture and offers opportunities for growth. For third-party agencies, please note the agency submission rules as described by Grifols Talent Acquisition.
Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability, in accordance with applicable laws.
Learn more about Grifols at
https://www.grifols.com/en/what-we-do
Req ID: 531451
Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Category: Medical Affairs
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The primary responsibility of the MSL Field Director is the management, performance, and coaching of a team of MSL direct reports in the Immunology and Neurology therapeutic area (MSL primary call points include Immunology, Neurology, Hematology/Oncology). The Field Director ensures compliant execution of field medical plans, strategy, and activities within Medical Affairs, as aligned with goals and objectives.
This position is a remote full-time role in the US with estimated 50% travel.
Responsibilities
Ultimate responsibility for scientific knowledge of self/team and oversight of a team of MSLs throughout the entire US.
Maintains clinical knowledge of designated therapeutic area(s) and broad market knowledge.
Provides leadership and serves as primary point of contact for operational/executional requests and solutions for the therapeutic area(s).
Partners with the Medical Directors, National MSL Sr Director, and North America Medical Affairs Sr Director to develop field medical strategies and tactics.
Responsible for the MSL team’s execution of field medical strategy for the assigned therapeutic area(s).
Conducts and/or assists MSLs in conducting formal presentations to appropriate groups such as key accounts, managed care organizations, integrated systems, national medical associations, and medical schools. Acts as an ambassador representing Grifols’ position and interests.
Participates and contributes in cross-functional teams (e.g., sales, marketing, global medical affairs) regarding field-based activities, medical insights, competitor activity gathering, data analysis, and evaluation of new and innovative initiatives.
Involved in the hiring, training, performance coaching, and overseeing the work of a team of MSL direct reports. Maintains the highest level of proficiency in the MSL function.
Works with other MSL Field Directors regarding standardization and consistency of MSL role. Identifies opportunities for cross-functional integration of MSL roles and activities at the field level.
Ensures team's work performance and deliverables meet or exceed goals and objectives.
Ensures compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal, and operational rules and procedures of their team.
Qualifications
Previous leadership experience managing a team of MSLs (e.g., MSL Field Director, Regional MSL Director, National MSL Director, or equivalent) and proven history of success required.
Strong science/clinical background with advanced degree in a scientific field of study (PharmD, MD, PhD, or advanced/Master’s nursing degree).
Typically requires 4 or more years of pharmaceutical industry experience as a field-based medical science liaison.
Experience developing and executing Key Opinion Leader territory plans, medical plans, and other field medical strategies.
Multi-dimensional in abilities to work on simultaneous tasks and work cross-functionally at various levels of the organization.
Strong organizational and collaborative skills, good personal initiative, attention to detail, and time management skills.
Self-directed, intrinsically motivated, flexible in changes in the organization and able to excel with minimal direction in a dynamic environment.
Excellent ability to understand, interpret, and communicate complex scientific and medical information and data.
Ability to comfortably converse with key academic opinion leaders regarding highly technical information.
Ability to manage a demanding travel schedule and be flexible.
Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.
Must possess a valid driver's license in the state in which the employee works and meet the Qualifying Driver Criteria of the Grifols Fleet Program which includes but is not limited to a 5 year Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) lookback of major driving violations.
Compensation and Benefits The pay scale for the Field Director, Medical Science Liaisons, Immunology/Neurology role based in the United States (non-California) is $195,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year. The position is eligible to participate in 30% of the company bonus pool. Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 9 paid Holidays per year, up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation depends on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, location, internal equity and market data. Grifols offers opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
For Washington State: First year PTO accrual is 160 hours per year; after 365 days of employment, PTO accrual increases to 180 hours per year.
For California: The pay scale for the Field Director, Medical Science Liaisons, Immunology/Neurology role based in California is $205,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year.
Other Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. The company has a family-like culture and offers opportunities for growth. For third-party agencies, please note the agency submission rules as described by Grifols Talent Acquisition.
Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability, in accordance with applicable laws.
Learn more about Grifols at
https://www.grifols.com/en/what-we-do
Req ID: 531451
Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Category: Medical Affairs
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