EPM Scientific
Medical Science Liaison - Rocky Mountain - Oncology
Position Summary. The MSL/Field Medical Director serves as a key field-based representative of the Medical Affairs team, responsible for scientific exchange, clinical education, and research support across a defined geographic territory. This role is non-promotional and centers on building peer-to-peer relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs), key opinion leaders (KOLs), and clinical investigators. The FMD plays a critical role in executing medical strategy, gathering field insights, and supporting clinical development initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary clinical/scientific resource for HCPs and KOLs within the assigned region.
- Provide high-quality, balanced, and timely scientific information on disease states and company products/pipeline.
- Facilitate scientific exchange and maintain relationships with external experts in relevant therapeutic areas.
- Deliver clinical and scientific presentations in accordance with regulatory and compliance guidelines.
- Capture and communicate field insights to internal stakeholders to inform strategy and development.
- Respond to unsolicited medical information requests in the field.
- Support pharmacovigilance activities per company SOPs.
- Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute a regional medical plan.
- Lead or contribute to special projects such as training, advisory boards, and internal education initiatives.
Training & Internal Education
- Maintain deep scientific and clinical expertise in oncology and other relevant therapeutic areas.
- Stay current on competitive landscape, clinical practice trends, and study methodologies.
- Support internal teams (e.g., commercial, clinical development) with scientific training and education as needed.
Research & Clinical Trial Support
- Support investigator-initiated research and HCP-led data generation projects.
- Assist in the review and follow-up of submitted IITs.
- Collaborate with clinical operations on company-sponsored trials, including site selection and initiation activities.
- Communicate site-level insights to internal teams to support trial execution and strategy.
Professional Organization & Advocacy Engagement
- Partner with internal colleagues to build relationships with professional societies, advocacy groups, and large clinical networks.
- Support medical affairs initiatives such as publications, advisory boards, and medical education programs.
Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR)
- Collaborate with Market Access and Medical Affairs to engage decision-makers and support evidence generation.
- Identify treatment pathways and opportunities for real-world data collection.
- Present scientific and value-based information to healthcare decision-makers (e.g., MCOs, PBMs, IDNs) when appropriate.
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in a medical or scientific field (MD, DO, PharmD, PhD, NP, PA preferred).
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in oncology, immunology, or related therapeutic areas.
- At least 5 years in a field-facing medical role (e.g., MSL, FMD) within pharma or biotech.
- Experience in solid tumors preferred; GU and lung cancer experience strongly preferred.
- Clinical trial experience required.
- Valid driver's license required.
- Territory: MT, ID, UT, WY, CO, ND, SD, NE, KS, MO, and IA.
- Strong knowledge of clinical research, treatment guidelines, and regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders.
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally and independently.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM/insights tracking systems.
- Commitment to compliance and teamwork within Medical Affairs.
Compensation
- Entry-Level: $207,000
- Highly Experienced: $240,000
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Science
Industries
Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories
Location: Denver, CO
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