Senior Medical Science Liaison (Sr. MSL) / Principal Medical Science Liaison (Principal MSL) On[...] (San Francisco)

At Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai’s human health care (hhc) mission. We’re a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and development. Our history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. As we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference.If this is your profile, we want to hear from you.

Summary :

• Communicating key information about Eisai, the company and it'smission, and key scientific / clinical information about Eisai’s products, demonstrating a pattern of good judgment, emotional intelligence, business acumen and therapeutic knowledge.
• Effectively communicating relevant and fair balanced scientific and clinical information on Eisai products, seeking feedback from decision makers and health care practitioners to ensure patients’ needs are being met; leveraging a variety of communication channels to serve as a conduit between Eisai and the medical community in order to share ideas about future collaborative research with Eisai products.
• Bringing relevant insights from the field on research developments, treatment landscape and new concepts in medical treatment.
• Providing corporate value through demonstrated leadership and participation in strategic thinking

Responsibilities :

• Act as the primary clinical / scientific resource to HCPs in the territory for information on disease state and Eisai's product(s) to ensure awareness and understanding.
• Lead assigned professional congresses in accordance withMSLplan by leading congress coverage efforts, including coordination of allMSLactivities, as required.
• Present clinical, scientific and economic data on Eisai’s products and relevant therapeutic areas to population-based decision-makers.
• Lead projects as appropriate.
• Establish, foster, cultivate and maintain peer relationships with KOLs in the therapeutic areas in which Eisai has current and future interests.
• Serve as primary contact to external investigators who submit IISs to provide recommendations for site selection and scientific expertise to Investigators involved in company-sponsored post-marketing studies.
• Provide mentoring, guidance and training to new hires / less experienced colleagues; assist with supervision / performance evaluation; assume responsibility for special projects.
• Provide inputs to strategic planning, work processes and escalate any deviations.
• Build advocacy leading to a strong franchise and serve as a conduit for accurate and updated clinical, scientific and medical information between KOLs, other investigators and the company's Medical Affairs and R&D groups.
• Propose strategic solutions to competitive and clinical practice issues that may be uncovered as part of a field insights observation and analysis.
• Actively participate in executing Eisai’s strategy at scientific meetings, coordinateMSLmeeting / booth coverage, and proactively facilitate KOL interactions with Eisai stakeholders.
• Manage complex projects in parallel, often at a National scope by executing activities within a given area of expertise and providing lateral / indirect leadership and strategic direction toMSLs.
• Provide field perspective and insight into developing new resources and strategies through industry and scientific acumen.
• Provide inputs to overall development ofstrategy, budget and resources including talent pool and address deviations.
• Provide guidance and training to new hires / less experienced colleagues.

Qualifications :

• Requires an advanced, terminal Doctorate level (D-level) degree in medical or health sciences (e.g. MD, PhD, PharmD, DPH, EdD).
• ForSr.MSL,1.5-3+ years of experience in the pharma / biotech industry; previous experience as anMSLpreferably in Oncology OR a combination of equivalent education and experience.
• ForPrincipalMSL, 8+ years of overall experience in Oncology with relevant combination industry / clinical / research / academia; at least 5 years as anMSLinOncologyOR a combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Experience teaching, coaching, and mentoring new hires and / or less experiencedMSLs.
• Knowledge of disease state management in oncology therapeutic areas along with strong broad-based scientific and pharmaceutical knowledge.
• Presentation skills, teaching skills, and confidence in discussing drug information / disease state management.
• Prior experience in clinical research, drug development and / or clinical pharmacy and a basic understanding of commercial operations, including marketing and sales strategies.
• Proven performance in earlier role.
• Established relationships with KOLs in Oncology / Hematology preferred.
• Possesses an understanding of the pharmaceutical corporate environment and appreciation for commercial operations, including marketing and sales strategies.
• ForPrincipalMSL, must have prior experience designing strategic solutions to competitive and clinical practice issues.
• Capable of engaging in frequent business travel (approximately 60% of time), including air travel, ability to travel overnight and occasionally on weekends.
• Domestic and international travel may include spending time at cancer trial sites / institutions, conference center, offices and hotels.
• Possesses and maintains a valid driver’s license.

Salary range forSr.MSLis $160,100.00 - $210,100 USD Annual

Salary range forPrincipalMSLis $182,200.00 - $239,085 Annual

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As a condition of employment and an essential function of this field-based position, applicants must be able to engage in person with HCPs and other third parties at their offices, institutions and other appropriate locations on a regular basis. In order to gain in-person access, applicants selected for the position may be required to complete third parties’ credentialing and / or entry requirements, which often include an attestation to and / or providing proof of having received certain vaccinations, including but not limited to the COVID-19 or flu vaccines. To the extent you are unable to meet certain requirements for qualifying medical (including pregnancy-related) or religious reasons, applicants must request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the Human Resources Department.Skills : Communication & Cross-functional Influence, Critical Thinking & Agility, Healthcare Environment Dynamics, KOL / HCP Engagement, Medical Data and Insights, Mentoring, Resource Planning & Management, Territory Management (MSL)

Eisai Salary Transparency Language :

The base salary range for the Senior Medical Science Liaison (Sr. MSL) / Principal Medical Science Liaison (Principal MSL) Oncology - Northern CA and Los Angeles is from : 160,100-210,100Under current guidelines, this position is eligible to participate in : Eisai Inc. Annual Incentive Plan & Eisai Inc. Long Term Incentive Plan.

Final pay determinations will depend on various factors including but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, and skills.

Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. For additional information on Company employee benefits programs, visit .

Certain other benefits may be available for this position, please discuss any questions with your recruiter.

Eisai is an equal opportunity employer and as such, is committed in policy and in practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.Similarly, considering the need for reasonable accommodations, Eisai prohibits discrimination against persons because of disability, including disabled veterans.

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