Regional Medical Scientific Director-Thoracic Malignancies (Los Angeles)

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Job Description Our Medical Affairs team advances patient care by engaging in scientific exchange with external medical experts and industry leaders ensuring the scientific value of our products is understood. We connect, communicate and train internal employees to ensure a thorough understanding of the science behind the medicine and review further unmet medical needs to support collaboration to further differentiate our portfolio. The Oncology Regional Medical Scientific Director, RMSD, is a credentialed (i.e., MD, PhD, or PharmD) therapeutic and disease expert who engages in scientific exchange with leaders in the external medical and scientific community. Scientific exchange does not include promotional claims about any drug, vaccine or biologic product. The Regional Medical Scientific Director provide to Scientific Leaders (SLs) balanced, factual, scientific information about non-product areas of interest to the company. The Regional Medical Scientific Director provides research support to our Investigator-Sponsored and Company-Sponsored Trials to enhance the understanding of the scientific foundations and goals of the study, support patient enrollment and retention efforts for a given study or address Investigator questions. The Regional Medical Scientific Director also respond to scientific questions from SLs, including questions about company products. The Regional Medical Scientific Director have no sales objectives or accountability for prescribing or sales of any company product and are required to avoid any situations that could create the appearance that they have such responsibilities. A Regional Medical Scientific Director may not comment on or make suggestions with respect to the diagnosis, treatment, or circumstances of a specific patient. Primary Responsibilities Develop professional relationships and communicate with national and regional scientific leaders to ensure access to medical and scientific information on areas of therapeutic interest and company products. Conduct peer to peer scientific discussions and maintain a reliable presence with those scientific leaders to ensure they have a medical contact within the company. Upon request from Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO), support Company-Sponsored Trials to enhance the understanding of scientific foundations and goals of the study, support patient enrollment and retention efforts or address investigator questions. May initiate discussion with potential investigators to determine the level of interest and qualifications for a specific compound or trial. Recommend potential study sites to Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO)/Clinical Research. Address requests from investigators for information regarding participation in our Research and Development Division's studies. Address scientific questions. Studies to enhance the understanding of the scientific foundations and goals of the study, support patient enrollment and retention efforts or address investigator questions. Investigator-Sponsored upon request from Global Center for Scientific Affairs (GCSA), support company Share the company's "˜areas of interest' and discuss study concepts to assess scientific merit and alignment with the company's research strategies. Respond to unsolicited requests for assistance from potential investigators in submitting research proposals by providing internal guidelines or technical and scientific advice. Education and training to maintain current knowledge and understanding of dynamic scientific and clinical environment in the company's areas of interest. Direct scientific leader inquiries on issues outside of RMSD scope of responsibilities (e.g., grants) to appropriate company resources consistent with applicable policies. When requested by our Research and Development Division, serve as a resource for the identification of potential investigators for consideration for participating in phase II-IV clinical development programs In response to unsolicited requests from scientific leaders, provide areas of interest and general high-level information regarding the company Investigator Study Program process. Serve as a role model for other field medical team members, including on-boarding and/or therapeutic training partner. Attend scientific and medical meetings. Required Location: This role covers the greater Los Angeles area. Candidates must reside within the territory. Ability for travel up to 50% within the territory Education Minimum Requirement PhD, Pharm.D, MD, DNP Required Experience and Skills Clinical (patient care) or deep research experience in assigned therapeutic area(s) beyond that obtained in the terminal degree program. A minimum of 3 years' experience and proven therapeutic competence in the oncology. Capable of conducting doctoral level discussions with key external stakeholders Strong focus on scientific education and dialogue Business and market knowledge, including quality management. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and networking skills Must possess a thorough understanding of the United States Federal Drug Administration (FDA), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry and its customers. Must be able to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access). Preferred Experience and Skills Field-based medical experience Clinical research experience Demonstrated record of scientific/medical publication #eligibleforERP Required Skills: Clinical Oncology, Clinical Research, Immuno-Oncology, Medical Affairs, Oncology, Oncology Care, Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, Professional Networking, Scientific Research Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement​ We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts The salary range for this role is $210,400.00 - $331,100.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive pack