Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Senior Medical Science Liaison (Great Lakes)
Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Senior Medical Science Liaison (Great Lakes)
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Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Who We Are
– Xenon Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:XENE) is a neuroscience‑focused biopharmaceutical company dedicated to drug discovery and clinical development for patients in need. We seek people who thrive in a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and productive culture to join our team.
What We Do
– We develop a pipeline to address epilepsy and depression, with our flagship azetukalner program in late‑stage clinical development. We conduct Phase 3 trials in epilepsy and multiple indications, supported by strong discovery and early‑stage research. We also run Phase 1 studies for XEN1120 and XEN1701.
About the Role
– The Senior Medical Science Liaison will be field‑based in the Great Lakes Region (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan), reporting to the Regional Senior Director, Field Based Medicine. The role engages healthcare providers, key opinion leaders, and patient groups to educate on Xenon’s epilepsy pipeline and support trial enrollment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Identify, develop, and maintain productive scientific relationships with key external stakeholders including KOLs, HCPs, payors, academic and healthcare institutions, and advocacy groups.
Act as a key scientific resource to communicate up‑to‑date medical, clinical, and scientific information about Xenon’s neurology and epilepsy products and pipeline.
Advance Xenon’s scientific platform and medical information in alignment with corporate and medical objectives.
Engage in projects and/or initiatives aligned to medical strategies and objectives; adapt plans and tactics for the assigned territory.
Identify and report timely and relevant scientific/clinical insights, trends, opportunities, and threats for targeted products.
Collaborate with internal clinical development teams to enhance patient enrollment in Xenon‑sponsored clinical trials, including investigator identification for clinical programs in epilepsy.
Respond to and document unsolicited requests for scientific information.
Lead assigned national and/or regional congress activities in accordance with Medical Affairs strategies and plans.
Provide instruction, coaching, and mentoring to new or less experienced MSLs.
Travel domestically up to 50% of the time, including overnight travel as business needs require; international travel may be required on an ad‑hoc basis.
Act in accordance with Company policies, including the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, and ensure policies are understood and followed by direct reports, if any.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of a relevant doctorate degree (M.D., Ph.D., Pharm.D., DPH, DNP).
Minimum of 5 years MSL experience required, with 8+ years strongly preferred; experience in neurology therapeutic area or epilepsy required.
Established relationships with KOLs and knowledge of institutions in neurology; epilepsy strongly preferred.
Clinical trial development and drug launch experience are strongly preferred.
Effective communication: Able to communicate accurately, concisely, credibly, and confidently; easily understands other points of view and responds appropriately; adjusts communication according to the audience.
Accountability: Delivers reliably against goals; proven ability to work both independently and cross‑functionally; demonstrates a willingness and aptitude to learn if not yet well‑versed.
Knowledge of clinical research processes, FDA regulations, and OIG guidelines required.
Base Salary Range
– $200,000 to $217,500 USD, with potential for above‑range consideration for exceptional candidates. Base salary is determined by education, experience, and internal equity.
Benefits
– Total Rewards program includes base salary, target bonus, stock options, medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, life insurance, Employee Assistance Program, travel insurance, and retirement savings with company matching contributions. Xenon values employee development, offering training, tuition assistance for advanced degrees, and flexible vacation and personal days.
Apply
– Click “Apply Now” to complete the application. We thank all applicants for their interest; due to the volume of applicants, only those chosen for interview will be contacted.
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Senior Medical Science Liaison (Great Lakes)
role at
Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Who We Are
– Xenon Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:XENE) is a neuroscience‑focused biopharmaceutical company dedicated to drug discovery and clinical development for patients in need. We seek people who thrive in a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and productive culture to join our team.
What We Do
– We develop a pipeline to address epilepsy and depression, with our flagship azetukalner program in late‑stage clinical development. We conduct Phase 3 trials in epilepsy and multiple indications, supported by strong discovery and early‑stage research. We also run Phase 1 studies for XEN1120 and XEN1701.
About the Role
– The Senior Medical Science Liaison will be field‑based in the Great Lakes Region (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan), reporting to the Regional Senior Director, Field Based Medicine. The role engages healthcare providers, key opinion leaders, and patient groups to educate on Xenon’s epilepsy pipeline and support trial enrollment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Identify, develop, and maintain productive scientific relationships with key external stakeholders including KOLs, HCPs, payors, academic and healthcare institutions, and advocacy groups.
Act as a key scientific resource to communicate up‑to‑date medical, clinical, and scientific information about Xenon’s neurology and epilepsy products and pipeline.
Advance Xenon’s scientific platform and medical information in alignment with corporate and medical objectives.
Engage in projects and/or initiatives aligned to medical strategies and objectives; adapt plans and tactics for the assigned territory.
Identify and report timely and relevant scientific/clinical insights, trends, opportunities, and threats for targeted products.
Collaborate with internal clinical development teams to enhance patient enrollment in Xenon‑sponsored clinical trials, including investigator identification for clinical programs in epilepsy.
Respond to and document unsolicited requests for scientific information.
Lead assigned national and/or regional congress activities in accordance with Medical Affairs strategies and plans.
Provide instruction, coaching, and mentoring to new or less experienced MSLs.
Travel domestically up to 50% of the time, including overnight travel as business needs require; international travel may be required on an ad‑hoc basis.
Act in accordance with Company policies, including the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, and ensure policies are understood and followed by direct reports, if any.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of a relevant doctorate degree (M.D., Ph.D., Pharm.D., DPH, DNP).
Minimum of 5 years MSL experience required, with 8+ years strongly preferred; experience in neurology therapeutic area or epilepsy required.
Established relationships with KOLs and knowledge of institutions in neurology; epilepsy strongly preferred.
Clinical trial development and drug launch experience are strongly preferred.
Effective communication: Able to communicate accurately, concisely, credibly, and confidently; easily understands other points of view and responds appropriately; adjusts communication according to the audience.
Accountability: Delivers reliably against goals; proven ability to work both independently and cross‑functionally; demonstrates a willingness and aptitude to learn if not yet well‑versed.
Knowledge of clinical research processes, FDA regulations, and OIG guidelines required.
Base Salary Range
– $200,000 to $217,500 USD, with potential for above‑range consideration for exceptional candidates. Base salary is determined by education, experience, and internal equity.
Benefits
– Total Rewards program includes base salary, target bonus, stock options, medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, life insurance, Employee Assistance Program, travel insurance, and retirement savings with company matching contributions. Xenon values employee development, offering training, tuition assistance for advanced degrees, and flexible vacation and personal days.
Apply
– Click “Apply Now” to complete the application. We thank all applicants for their interest; due to the volume of applicants, only those chosen for interview will be contacted.
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