Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Medical Science Liaison - Epilepsy, Texas
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Medical Science Liaison - Epilepsy, Texas
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Jazz Pharmaceuticals
The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a member of a field‑based team of scientists who function as an extension of the US Medical Affairs organization. MSLs are responsible for developing and enhancing professional relationships with medical thought leaders involved in various phases of product development. MSLs provide medical information through scientific exchange, and clinical/scientific support for Jazz Pharmaceuticals and the Medical Affairs department.
This is a field‑based position covering Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Mississippi requiring professionals with established personal and scientific credibility to interact with thought leaders and academic centers of excellence.
Essential Functions
KOL Development and Field Engagement :
Identify and develop peer‑to‑peer relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare providers within the Epilepsy therapeutic area.
Develop and execute territory plans in alignment with US Medical Affairs plans.
Identify and communicate key clinical and research issues and insights from KOLs to appropriate departments.
Participate in medical education for healthcare professionals (HCPs) through on‑site presentations at healthcare institutions, investigator meetings, national conferences, advisory boards, or regional meetings.
Provide scientific support for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives. Positions self as Scientific Expert.
Maintain an up‑to‑date and high‑level knowledge of the therapy area, Jazz products, new and emerging areas of research, therapeutic issues and trends, and competitive landscape.
Establish a reputation as a trustworthy and knowledgeable source of scientific and medical information for the healthcare community.
Support development of Jazz Pharmaceuticals positioning as the scientific authority in Epilepsy. Attend appropriate scientific congresses to stay abreast of developments and support Regional, National and local KOL activities and Jazz interests.
Acquire a broad understanding of local and national protocols and standards of clinical practice and trends in disease management in the US.
Provide clinical presentations and information in response to unsolicited questions (as appropriate) in academic, community, and healthcare provider settings in both group and one‑on‑one situations.
Communicate emerging data and the clinical experience with our products through scientific exchange and peer‑to‑peer interactions discussing benefits and risks in an objective manner.
Provide scientific support for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives.
Medical Affairs Planning and Plan Execution :
Contribute to the development of the US Medical Plan and provide input into local strategies and tactics.
Where needed, manage relevant budget to enable execution of Medical Plan tactics as part of the wider Medical Affairs team.
Work in a collaborative manner with cross‑functional colleagues to ensure a Key Account Management approach.
Interact with HCPs as a scientific resource to support activities aligned with the Medical Plan including advisory boards, speaker development and clinical trials.
Maintain Company standards and Jazz Values, consistently acting to enhance Jazz Pharmaceuticals’ image as an advocate of medical advancement.
Document and forward reports of adverse events and product complaints according to Jazz’s policy to ensure safe and effective use of Jazz Pharmaceuticals' products.
Adhere to the relevant national and local Codes of Practice.
Behave ethically and with integrity at all times.
Act as an ambassador for Jazz Pharmaceuticals following company mission and values.
Keep own written development plan and implement.
Prepare timely reporting according to the company needs.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to research and critically analyze and communicate complex scientific and medical information and data.
Clear and concise communication and presentation skills.
Excellent planning and organization skills, with high‑level attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong strategic mindset.
Highly self‑motivated and ability to work autonomously.
Ability to learn quickly, be flexible and results‑focused in a rapidly changing environment.
Excellent negotiation skills.
Demonstrated skills in inter‑personal relationship building, networking, collaboration and teamwork.
Strong capabilities working with digital platforms and tools are required.
Excellent command of spoken English.
Ability and willingness to travel at least 60% of work days, Driving required.
Preferred
Knowledge of geography, healthcare environment and external experts in academia and medical community.
Demonstrated ability to develop trust and relationships with opinion leaders in disease states of interest.
Understanding of regulatory requirements for field‑based personnel.
Required/Preferred Education And Licenses
MS/Advanced Practice Degree in a scientific and/or medical discipline with a minimum of 5 years experience in Epilepsy OR MD, PharmD, or PhD is required.
Experience as a Medical Science Liaison with a strong track record of success is strongly preferred.
Experience in Epilepsy is strongly preferred.
Experience in Neurology is required.
This is a field position, and applicants must be willing to travel 60‑80% of the time.
Valid driver’s license and live within 60 miles of a major airport.
Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Compensation Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. For this role, the full and complete base pay range is: $154,400.00 - $231,600.00
Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, and other pertinent factors. The goal is to ensure fair and competitive compensation aligned with the candidate's expertise and contributions, within the established pay framework and our Total Compensation philosophy. Internal equity considerations will also influence individual base pay decisions. This range will be reviewed on a regular basis.
At Jazz, your base pay is only one part of your total compensation package. The successful candidate may also be eligible for a discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation (depending on the role), in accordance with the terms of the Company’s Global Cash Bonus Plan or Incentive Compensation Plan, as well as discretionary equity grants in accordance with Jazz’s Long Term Equity Incentive Plan.
The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation. For more information on our Benefits offerings please click here: https://careers.jazzpharma.com/benefits.html.
Job Specifications Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries:
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
References are not used in this role.
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Medical Science Liaison - Epilepsy, Texas
role at
Jazz Pharmaceuticals
The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a member of a field‑based team of scientists who function as an extension of the US Medical Affairs organization. MSLs are responsible for developing and enhancing professional relationships with medical thought leaders involved in various phases of product development. MSLs provide medical information through scientific exchange, and clinical/scientific support for Jazz Pharmaceuticals and the Medical Affairs department.
This is a field‑based position covering Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Mississippi requiring professionals with established personal and scientific credibility to interact with thought leaders and academic centers of excellence.
Essential Functions
KOL Development and Field Engagement :
Identify and develop peer‑to‑peer relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare providers within the Epilepsy therapeutic area.
Develop and execute territory plans in alignment with US Medical Affairs plans.
Identify and communicate key clinical and research issues and insights from KOLs to appropriate departments.
Participate in medical education for healthcare professionals (HCPs) through on‑site presentations at healthcare institutions, investigator meetings, national conferences, advisory boards, or regional meetings.
Provide scientific support for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives. Positions self as Scientific Expert.
Maintain an up‑to‑date and high‑level knowledge of the therapy area, Jazz products, new and emerging areas of research, therapeutic issues and trends, and competitive landscape.
Establish a reputation as a trustworthy and knowledgeable source of scientific and medical information for the healthcare community.
Support development of Jazz Pharmaceuticals positioning as the scientific authority in Epilepsy. Attend appropriate scientific congresses to stay abreast of developments and support Regional, National and local KOL activities and Jazz interests.
Acquire a broad understanding of local and national protocols and standards of clinical practice and trends in disease management in the US.
Provide clinical presentations and information in response to unsolicited questions (as appropriate) in academic, community, and healthcare provider settings in both group and one‑on‑one situations.
Communicate emerging data and the clinical experience with our products through scientific exchange and peer‑to‑peer interactions discussing benefits and risks in an objective manner.
Provide scientific support for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives.
Medical Affairs Planning and Plan Execution :
Contribute to the development of the US Medical Plan and provide input into local strategies and tactics.
Where needed, manage relevant budget to enable execution of Medical Plan tactics as part of the wider Medical Affairs team.
Work in a collaborative manner with cross‑functional colleagues to ensure a Key Account Management approach.
Interact with HCPs as a scientific resource to support activities aligned with the Medical Plan including advisory boards, speaker development and clinical trials.
Maintain Company standards and Jazz Values, consistently acting to enhance Jazz Pharmaceuticals’ image as an advocate of medical advancement.
Document and forward reports of adverse events and product complaints according to Jazz’s policy to ensure safe and effective use of Jazz Pharmaceuticals' products.
Adhere to the relevant national and local Codes of Practice.
Behave ethically and with integrity at all times.
Act as an ambassador for Jazz Pharmaceuticals following company mission and values.
Keep own written development plan and implement.
Prepare timely reporting according to the company needs.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to research and critically analyze and communicate complex scientific and medical information and data.
Clear and concise communication and presentation skills.
Excellent planning and organization skills, with high‑level attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong strategic mindset.
Highly self‑motivated and ability to work autonomously.
Ability to learn quickly, be flexible and results‑focused in a rapidly changing environment.
Excellent negotiation skills.
Demonstrated skills in inter‑personal relationship building, networking, collaboration and teamwork.
Strong capabilities working with digital platforms and tools are required.
Excellent command of spoken English.
Ability and willingness to travel at least 60% of work days, Driving required.
Preferred
Knowledge of geography, healthcare environment and external experts in academia and medical community.
Demonstrated ability to develop trust and relationships with opinion leaders in disease states of interest.
Understanding of regulatory requirements for field‑based personnel.
Required/Preferred Education And Licenses
MS/Advanced Practice Degree in a scientific and/or medical discipline with a minimum of 5 years experience in Epilepsy OR MD, PharmD, or PhD is required.
Experience as a Medical Science Liaison with a strong track record of success is strongly preferred.
Experience in Epilepsy is strongly preferred.
Experience in Neurology is required.
This is a field position, and applicants must be willing to travel 60‑80% of the time.
Valid driver’s license and live within 60 miles of a major airport.
Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Compensation Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. For this role, the full and complete base pay range is: $154,400.00 - $231,600.00
Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, and other pertinent factors. The goal is to ensure fair and competitive compensation aligned with the candidate's expertise and contributions, within the established pay framework and our Total Compensation philosophy. Internal equity considerations will also influence individual base pay decisions. This range will be reviewed on a regular basis.
At Jazz, your base pay is only one part of your total compensation package. The successful candidate may also be eligible for a discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation (depending on the role), in accordance with the terms of the Company’s Global Cash Bonus Plan or Incentive Compensation Plan, as well as discretionary equity grants in accordance with Jazz’s Long Term Equity Incentive Plan.
The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation. For more information on our Benefits offerings please click here: https://careers.jazzpharma.com/benefits.html.
Job Specifications Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries:
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
References are not used in this role.
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